Cost to Run a Electric Wall Heater in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a electric wall heater here costs $26.45 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 500–2,000 W
Per day
$0.87
6 hours/day
Per month
$26.45
182 kWh
Per year
$318
2,190 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.22 | $159 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.45 | $318 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $52.90 | $635 |
Mississippi vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric wall heater in Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric wall heater with typical usage costs about $0.87 per day, $26.45 per month, or $318 per year.
Is running a electric wall heater in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $26.45 per month here versus $33.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.