Jones County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Mississippi
Better than average — fewer or shorter outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2023 | 13 hrs | 9,977 (22%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Dec 17, 2019 | 32 hrs | 7,372 (16%) | Tornado |
| May 13, 2018 | 0 hrs | 6,879 (15%) | Unnamed event |
| Oct 27, 2020 | 0 hrs | 6,676 (14%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 29, 2015 | 1 hrs | 6,406 (14%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Jones County recorded 582 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Jones County started June 16, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 13 hours and leaving up to 9,977 customers without power (22% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Jones County, with 88 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Jones County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 63rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Mississippi
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Jones County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Yazoo County | B | 62nd |
| Lafayette County | B | 68th |
| Noxubee County | C | 56th |
| DeSoto County | B | 72nd |
| Forrest County | B | 73rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Jones County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Jones County recorded 582 outage events, averaging 2.8 hours each.
What is Jones County's reliability grade?
Jones County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 63rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Jones County?
The worst outage on record started June 16, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 13 hours and affecting up to 9,977 customers.