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Electricity rates in Kansas

The average residential electricity price in Kansas was 15.47¢/kWh in August 2026, 14.8% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
15.47¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+5.6%+0.82¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
34thof 51
vs U.S. average
−14.8%−2.69¢/kWh

Kansas residential electricity price, last 12 months

Kansas vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsKansas: 15.1¢ in Sep 2025, 15.5¢ in Aug 2026. Low 14.3¢, high 15.8¢.14.0¢16.0¢18.0¢20.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthKansasU.S. average
Aug 202615.5¢18.2¢
Jul 202615.3¢18.3¢
Jun 202615.7¢18.4¢
May 202615.1¢18.4¢
Apr 202615.8¢18.9¢
Mar 202615.3¢18.6¢
Feb 202615.1¢17.6¢
Jan 202614.3¢17.4¢
Dec 202514.3¢17.1¢
Nov 202515.0¢17.8¢
Oct 202515.0¢17.9¢
Sep 202515.1¢18.1¢

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (Aug 2026). Retrieved November 5, 2026. About our data

What common appliances cost to run in Kansas

Worked examples at 15.47¢/kWh, the August 2026 average:

  • Running a 1,500 W space heater 6 hours a day for 30 days uses 270 kWh and costs about $41.77.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $129.95.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $77.35 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Kansas residential customers used an average of 876 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 15.47¢/kWh, that works out to about $135.52 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Kansas?

Kansas ranked 34th most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 15.47¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Kansas electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 14.65¢/kWh in August 2025 to 15.47¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +5.6%.

What is a typical electric bill in Kansas?

Residential customers in Kansas used an average of 876 kWh a month in 2025. At 15.47¢/kWh that is about $135.52 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Kansas rate differ from this average?

The state average blends every utility, rate plan and fixed charge in the state. Utilities, co-ops and municipal providers set different tariffs, and time-of-use or tiered plans change the price of each kWh. Divide your bill total by your kWh for your own average rate.

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