Economic Development

Utilities

Electricity

Greater Hattiesburg is served by several utility providers. For electrical services, Mississippi Power Company, Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association, Southern Pine Electric Power Association, Dixie Electric Power Association and others meet the area’s needs through reliable and competitive electric distribution.  South Mississippi Electric Power Association (SMEPA) is headquartered in Hattiesburg and also provides generation services to the local power cooperatives.

Mississippi Power Company releases rate incentives for area businesses.  View the details here.
The Economic Development Department of the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi has recently launched a new website. View the new website here.

Water/Sewer

Water services are anchored by the City of Hattiesburg. With a water system capable of producing more than 20 million gallons per day, the city’s system is the region’s largest water and sewer provider. Additionally, the area is served by numerous municipal water providers and water associations.

Telecommunications

Telecommunications services for the area are provided by AT&T and MegaGate Broadband along with numerous wireless carriers.

Gas

Natural gas providers in our region include CenterPoint Energy and Willmut Gas. The utility providers for our region have the capability and willingness to provide dependable and cost effective service to meet all residential and corporate needs.