Licensed Electricians in Mississippi
Mississippi is covered end to end — 67 ZIP codes in 57 cities, from Biloxi down to small communities with a single ZIP. Every page below links to licensed local coverage, published 2026 price ranges and the questions worth asking before you hire.
24/7 emergency triage · licensed contractors only · free quotes
- Insurance and workers’ compensation verified before anyone arrives at your property.
- 24/7 availability for genuine emergencies — burning smells, sparks, water damage and total power loss.
- Written quotes before work starts, with a flat price per task rather than an open hourly meter.
- Free phone triage: describe the symptom and find out whether it is urgent or can wait.
- Licensed electricians only — ask for the licence number and confirm it before work begins.
Cities we cover in Mississippi
57 cities and towns across Mississippi have licensed electrical coverage. Start with the metro areas below, or jump to the full alphabetical list further down the page.
Biloxi, MS
Gulfport, MS
Hattiesburg, MS
Jackson, MS
Moss Point, MS
Pascagoula, MS
Bay Saint Louis, MS
Beaumont, MS
Brooklyn, MS
Byhalia, MS
Byram, MS
Canton, MS
Carriere, MS
Clinton, MS
Diamondhead, MS
Diberville, MS
Escatawpa, MS
Flowood, MS
Foxworth, MS
Gautier, MS
Hernando, MS
Hurley, MS
Kiln, MS
Kokomo, MS
Lakeshore, MS
Lamar, MS
Leakesville, MS
Long Beach, MS
Lucedale, MS
Lumberton, MS
Electrical services available in Mississippi
Every service category below has licensed local coverage in Mississippi. Each link goes to the state-specific page with scope, pricing and questions to ask.
24/7 Emergency Electrician
$150 – $850Electrical Repair & Troubleshooting
$145 – $650Electrical Panel Replacement
$1,300 – $4,000200 Amp Service Upgrade
$1,800 – $4,500Whole-House Rewiring
$8,000 – $30,000EV Charger Installation
$500 – $3,500Outlet, Switch & Receptacle Installation
$120 – $500Dedicated Circuit Installation
$200 – $900Circuit Breaker Replacement & Repair
$150 – $600GFCI & AFCI Protection
$150 – $500Whole-House Generator Installation
$4,000 – $18,000Ceiling Fan Installation
$150 – $600Recessed & LED Lighting Installation
$150 – $900Whole-House Surge Protection
$300 – $900Hot Tub & Spa Wiring
$400 – $2,000Aluminum Wiring Repair
$300 – $9,000Smoke & CO Detector Installation
$100 – $800Electrical Safety Inspection
$250 – $900Solar & Battery Storage Wiring
$1,500 – $12,000Commercial Electrical Services
$300 – $15,000What electrical work costs in Mississippi
National 2026 planning ranges, included here so you can compare a local quote against real numbers rather than a verbal estimate.
Whole-House Surge Protection — Mississippi page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Whole-house surge protective device (Type 2) | $300 – $700 | Panel-mounted with dedicated breaker |
| Premium SPD with higher surge rating | $450 – $900 | For lightning-prone areas |
| Grounding and bonding repair before SPD install | $250 – $800 | Often required for warranty coverage |
| Sub-panel surge protection | $350 – $750 | Detached garage, shop, pool equipment |
| Point-of-use protection review | $100 – $300 | Often bundled with the panel device |
Solar & Battery Storage Wiring — Mississippi page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar interconnection at the main panel | $1,500 – $4,000 | Depends on busbar rating and method |
| Battery system electrical install (one unit) | $2,500 – $6,000 | Including transfer and critical loads |
| Critical-load sub-panel installation | $1,200 – $3,500 | Keeps essentials live in an outage |
| Main panel or service upgrade for interconnection | $1,800 – $4,500 | When the busbar rating is short |
| Inverter replacement or add-on circuit | $800 – $3,000 | Electrical scope only |
200 Amp Service Upgrade — Mississippi page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 100A to 200A overhead service upgrade | $1,800 – $3,500 | Most common configuration |
| 100A to 200A underground service upgrade | $2,400 – $4,500 | Trenching and conduit add cost |
| 200A to 400A service upgrade | $4,500 – $9,500 | Large homes, dual panels, heavy EV load |
| Meter base and mast replacement | $400 – $1,400 | Required when components are damaged |
| Load calculation and permit package | $150 – $600 | Often bundled with the upgrade |
Circuit Breaker Replacement & Repair — Mississippi page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit breaker replacement (standard single) | $150 – $350 | Includes a matched replacement breaker |
| Double-pole or 240V breaker replacement | $200 – $450 | Dryer, range, AC circuits |
| GFCI / AFCI breaker replacement | $200 – $500 | Costlier device, more testing |
| Circuit fault tracing behind repeated trips | $200 – $600 | Often the real problem |
| Obsolete-panel breaker sourcing | $250 – $600 | When available at all |
Map of coverage in Mississippi
Markers show the 14 largest covered cities in Mississippi. Dispatch is local — contractors work from their own base within the region.
All covered cities in Mississippi
57 cities and towns. Each links to its own page with ZIP codes, counties and local pricing.
- Biloxi
- Gulfport
- Hattiesburg
- Jackson
- Moss Point
- Pascagoula
- Bay Saint Louis
- Beaumont
- Brooklyn
- Byhalia
- Byram
- Canton
- Carriere
- Clinton
- Diamondhead
- Diberville
- Escatawpa
- Flowood
- Foxworth
- Gautier
- Hernando
- Hurley
- Kiln
- Kokomo
- Lakeshore
- Lamar
- Leakesville
- Long Beach
- Lucedale
- Lumberton
- Madison
- Mc Henry
- Mc Lain
- Mc Neill
- Neely
- New Augusta
- Nicholson
- Ocean Springs
- Olive Branch
- Ovett
- Pass Christian
- Pearlington
- Perkinston
- Petal
- Picayune
- Poplarville
- Purvis
- Red Banks
- Richton
- Sandy Hook
- Saucier
- Sharon
- State Line
- Sumrall
- Vancleave
- Waveland
- Wiggins
Electrician FAQ for Mississippi
Is 24-hour emergency electrical service available in Mississippi?
Emergency requests are accepted around the clock for Mississippi, including nights, weekends and holidays. Genuine hazards — burning smells, smoke, sparks, hot panels or water contacting wiring — are prioritised over routine calls. Switch off the affected circuit at the panel if you can reach it safely.
Which areas of Mississippi have the most coverage?
The largest footprints in Mississippi are Biloxi, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Jackson, though every covered ZIP is routed by address rather than by city size.
What does an electrician cost in Mississippi?
Rates in Mississippi track the national band of roughly $50-$150 per hour for licensed residential work plus a $75-$200 trip fee, with most common jobs quoted flat-rate. Local labour cost, permit fees and housing stock move the numbers, and high-cost metro areas typically sit 10-25% above the national average.
How much does an electrician cost per hour?
Licensed residential electricians generally charge in the $50 to $150 per hour range in 2026, plus a service call fee of roughly $75 to $200. Most companies now price common jobs flat-rate rather than hourly, which means the number you are quoted is the number you pay if the scope does not change.
What should I do while waiting for an electrician?
For an urgent fault, switch the affected circuit off at the panel and leave it off. If the panel itself is hot, smoking, sparking or wet, do not touch it and keep everyone away from it. Never pull a meter or open a panel, and never pour water on anything electrical.
How many electricians cover Mississippi?
The network covers 67 ZIP codes across 57 cities and 16 counties in Mississippi. Requests are routed to licensed electrical contractors whose service area includes the address.
Are electricians licensed in Mississippi?
Electrical work is regulated in Mississippi through a mix of state and local rules — some places license at state level, and some large metro areas operate their own municipal licensing and inspection. Always ask for the licence number and confirm it with the authority that issues it for your address before work begins.
ZIP codes with coverage in Mississippi
A sample of 40 ZIP codes from the largest cities. The full 67-ZIP list for Mississippi is on the coverage page and in the sitemap index.
Need an electrician anywhere in Mississippi?
Free phone triage: describe what is happening and find out whether it needs a visit today or can be scheduled. No obligation, no charge for the call.
Call (619) 877-0478Call (619) 877-0478. Ask for the licence number, the trip fee and a flat price for the job.
Nationwide Electrician is a free referral service covering 18,671 ZIP codes across 47 states. We do not perform electrical work and do not set contractor prices. Licensing and permit rules vary within Mississippi — verify your contractor’s licence locally.