4 County Electric Power Association provides reliable electricity to homes and businesses across Mississippi. As a customer, it’s important to understand your payment options to avoid late fees and service interruptions. This comprehensive guide will walk through everything you need to know about paying your 4 County electric bill.
Online Bill Pay
The fastest and most convenient way to pay your 4 County electric bill is online through the customer portal.
- Register for an online account at myaccount.4county.org
- Through the portal you can view your usage, billing history, set up alerts and make payments.
- You’ll need your account number and an associated phone number or billing zip code to register.
- Payments post instantly when paid online. You can use a bank account, credit card or debit card.
Mobile App
You can also download the 4 County mobile app for iOS or Android to manage your account and make payments on the go, All the same features as the online portal,
Pay By Phone
Call 1-800-431-1544 to access the automated pay by phone system.
- Available 24/7 to make quick payments without registering your account.
- You’ll need your full account number and the last 4 digits of your associated phone number.
- Pay with a credit card, debit card or electronic check.
Bank Draft
Sign up for monthly bank drafts directly from your checking or savings account
- Download the authorization form from 4county.org and mail it in.
- You can also sign up through the online portal.
- Get a $25 bill credit when enrolling in bank draft payments.
Credit Card Draft
Similar to bank drafts, but your credit or debit card is charged monthly on your due date.
- Enroll through the customer portal for automatic credit card payments.
- Qualifying bank debit cards can also be used.
Payment Kiosks
4 County has kiosks located throughout their service area to pay your bill in person with cash, check or card.
- Kiosks accept credit cards, debit cards and cash. No business checks.
- Find kiosk locations on the 4 County website.
PAYgo
Make cash payments at retail stores like Dollar General, CVS, Kroger and more.
- Take your bill to the store and the cashier will scan your barcode and accept cash.
- A $1.50 transaction fee applies at PAYgo locations.
Mail-In Payments
Send check or money order payments to:
4 County Electric Power Association
PO Box 351
Columbus, MS 39703
- Include your payment stub or account number on the check.
- Do not mail cash – checks or money orders only.
In-Person Payments
Visit any 4 County office to pay by cash, check, money order or card.
- Offices located in Columbus and Starkville, MS.
- Drop off check payments in the 24/7 drop box.
Payment Due Dates
4 County bills are due by 11:00 pm on your listed due date to avoid late fees.
- Due dates vary based on your service area. See your bill for your specific due date.
- If the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, it’s due the next business day.
Late Fees and Disconnection
To avoid penalties, pay your 4 County electric bill by the due date:
- A 5% late fee will be applied to past due accounts.
- Accounts 30+ days past due are subject to disconnection.
- A $20 fee to reconnect service after disconnection.
Levelized Billing
Levelized billing helps keep your monthly electric bill at a consistent amount.
- Your bill is based on a rolling 12-month average of your usage.
- Smaller fluctuations from month to month.
- Eligible after 12 months of service at the same location.
Prepay Billing
With prepay billing, you pay ahead of time for electricity instead of getting a monthly bill.
- Pay what you want, when you want with no due dates.
- No deposit, fees or penalties.
- Account stays active as long as you maintain a credit balance.
Invoice Billing
If you have multiple accounts, combine them into a single monthly invoice bill.
- All accounts on one bill for easier payment.
- Accounts listed as separate line items.
- Due dates sync up for all accounts.
Monitor Electric Usage
Check your daily electric usage through the 4 County customer portal or mobile app.
- View usage in graphs and charts to identify trends.
- Set thresholds for high usage alerts.
- Compare your usage to previous weeks or months.
- Help detect leaks or faults causing wasted electricity.
Monitoring closely allows you to adjust habits and lower your monthly bill.
Billing Disputes
If you find an error on your 4 County electric bill, contact customer service right away:
- Call 1-800-431-1544 or email [email protected] about the dispute.
- Any billing mistakes will be researched and corrected as needed.
- You must still pay the undisputed amount by the due date.
Payment Assistance
If you’re struggling to pay your electric bill, 4 County offers programs to help:
- LIHEAP provides federal energy assistance for qualifying incomes. Apply through the state.
- Deferred Payment Plans allow you to pay past due balances over time.
- Project SHARE gives emergency bill payment funds donated by fellow members.
Payment help is available – just call 4 County to discuss your options.
Final Tips for Paying Your Electric Bill
Follow these tips for a smooth billing and payment process with 4 County:
- Go paperless with e-bills and email notices to save time and money.
- Sign up for text or email reminders about due dates and past due accounts.
- Update your contact information anytime it changes.
- Consider levelized billing to stabilize monthly electric costs.
- Monitor your usage regularly and set alerts for spikes.
- Ask about assistance if struggling to pay your bill.
With online, phone, mail, auto-pay, and in-person options, 4 County Electric makes it simple to pay your bill on time every month. Follow this guide to take control of your electric payments.
Bank Draft & Auto Pay
Bank Draft eliminates the hassle of writing a check each month.
- Four County can draft your checking or credit card account for the amount of your bill
- Members on Bank Draft will receive their bill showing the amount drafted and the amount of electricity used
- You may choose your own date, either a specific date each month or by due date
You may drop off a payment at each of our district offices in a secure drop box 24/7.
- Payments placed in the drop box after hours are typically posted to your account on the next business day
- The drop box is located at the drive-thru window at all 3 locations
You can safely and securely pay and receive your electric bill online.
- These are free services that can save you time and money
- The online services are designed to meet the demands of your busy schedule
Four County has an online service center to make managing your account simpler.
- You can safely and securely pay your electric bill by credit card or e-check for free online
- Pay via our member services portal
- Just call (888) 368-7289 for instructions on how to set up your account
As a convenience to our members, we have 6 payment kiosks locations in our service area.
The advantages include:
- Immediate payment posting
- Easy-to-use payment system
- Convenient locations
- Free cash/check/card
- Leave with a receipt
Four County EMC payments are accepted at:
- The Four County office entrance in Elizabethtown (available 24/7)
- The Four County office entrance in Rose Hill (available 24/7)
- Friendly Mart in Chinquapin
- Phoenix Travel Center in Rocky Point
- Han-Dee Hugo’s in Bladenboro
- Han-Dee Hugo’s in Riegelwood
- Han-Dee Hugo’s in Garland
- Fresh Foods anywhere in NC
It’s easy to use, and payments are posted automatically and immediately to your account!
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FAQ
How do I pay my Mississippi Power bill without logging in?
How do I make a payment at 4-county?
Call 1-800-431-1544 to make a payment. Pay the traditional way through the mail. Make a payment at any 4-County Office using cash, check, credit card or money order. You can also use one of our many payment kiosks. 4-County offers these different billing options as alternatives to a standard monthly bill.
Does 4-county offer a monthly bill?
4-County offers alternatives to a standard monthly bill. If you are a 4-County member who has multiple accounts, try our invoice billing. Invoice billing will allow you to receive all of your current (and future) accounts on one bill instead of separate bills for each account.
What billing options does 4-county offer?
4-County offers these different billing options as alternatives to a standard monthly bill. Pay your way with 4-County’s Prepay payment option.You have control over your bill–pay what you want, when you want. Best of all, there’s no security deposit, late fees or disconnect fees! Call us at 1-800-431-1544 to get started today.
What is 4-county’s new prepay payment option?
Pay your way with 4-County’s new Prepay payment option. With Prepay, there’s no more monthly bill, no security deposit needed and best of all, you can make payments as often as you want. Prepay is a great for members who may not want to pay a traditional, once-a-month bill.