How to Pay Your Electric Bill Online at Okolona Electric Department

Paying your monthly electric bill to Okolona Electric Department is now faster and more convenient than ever with online bill payment This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know to view your electric bill and make secure payments through Okolona Electric’s online customer portal

Getting Started with Online Account Access

To pay online, you first need to register for an account on Okolona Electric’s customer portal website

Go to https://okolonaelectric.utilitynexus.com/make-a-payment and click “Sign Up” to create your online profile.

Have your Okolona Electric account number handy to enter during signup along with your email address and password.

After registering, check your email inbox for a verification link. Click the verification link to complete setting up your online account access.

Viewing Current and Past Electric Bills

Once logged into the customer portal, you can view PDFs of your current electric bill as well as past statements.

Under the Billing tab, you’ll see your latest bill with the due date, account balance, charges breakdown, meter readings, and usage.

Expand “Billing History” to access PDFs of your electric bills going back 12 months. Reviewing past bills makes energy use and budgeting clear.

Making One-Time Payments

To pay your Okolona Electric bill without enrolling in auto-pay, use the “Make Payment” option.

Select whether you want to pay by credit/debit card or checking account e-check. Enter your payment info and the amount to pay.

Review the payment summary and submit. You’ll receive a confirmation email that your payment was processed.

Setting Up Auto Pay

For automated electric bill payments each month, enroll in Auto Pay. Under the Payments tab, check the Auto Pay box.

Choose the date you want payments withdrawn and enter your payment method details. An email confirmation will be sent when enabled.

Okolona Electric will now withdraw your monthly bill amount on the scheduled date going forward. It’s one less bill to remember!

Managing Payment Methods

To pay online, you need valid payment sources like credit cards and bank accounts stored in your profile.

Under the Payments tab, choose “Manage Payment Methods” to add, update, or remove your payment info anytime.

Accurate payment account details avoid declined payments. Store multiple methods like checking and savings as backups.

Scheduling One-Time Future Payments

If you don’t want full auto-pay but need to plan ahead, schedule one-time future payments.

Go to Payments and click “Schedule Payment.” Pick a date and enter the payment amount and method.

The payment will process on the date you scheduled. You’ll get email reminders and confirmations.

Signing Up for Paperless Billing

Go paperless to reduce clutter and help the environment. In your account, find Communication Preferences.

Check the paperless billing box and enter the email address to send e-bills to each month.

You’ll get email notifications when new bills are ready to view and pay online. No more paper bills!

Getting Billing and Payment Help

If you need assistance with your Okolona Electric online account, the billing team can help:

• Call 662-447-5482 Monday-Friday during business hours
• Email [email protected] for billing questions
• Visit their office at 209 W Main St, Okolona, MS 38860

The customer service team is available for payment troubleshooting, account updates, and general support. Paying your electric bill online with Okolona Electric is now fast and easy!

Benefits of Paying Online

Okolona Electric’s online bill payment system provides many perks over mailing paper checks:

• Convenience – Pay anytime 24/7 through the online portal
• Security – Payment info is encrypted and protected
• Control – Create one-time or automatic recurring payments
• Organization – View payment history and billing in one place
• Savings – No need for postage stamps, checks, envelopes
• Simplicity – Change payment methods quickly when needed
• Peace of Mind – Ensure your bill gets paid on time, avoiding late fees

With the portal’s user-friendly tools, you can now manage Okolona Electric bill payments quickly, securely, and efficiently every month. Take advantage of the flexibility and ease of online bill pay!