Kansas Electricity Rates: Evergy and Empire District

Kansas Electricity Rates: Evergy and Empire District

Kansas residents are served primarily by Evergy (formerly Westar Energy) and Empire District Electric. Here's what you need to know about rates in the Sunflower State.

Kansas Utilities

Evergy Kansas (formerly Westar Energy)

Service area: Most of Kansas, including Topeka, Wichita, Lawrence

Customers: ~700,000

Average rate: ~13.5 cents/kWh

Empire District Electric Kansas

Service area: Southeast Kansas

Customers: ~35,000

Average rate: ~12.2 cents/kWh

Rate Comparison

| Utility | Avg. Rate | Base Charge | TOU Available |

|---------|-----------|-------------|---------------|

| Evergy KS | 13.5¢ | $14.50 | Yes |

| Empire District KS | 12.2¢ | $15.00 | Limited |

Evergy Rate Plans

Standard Residential Rate

• Customer charge: ~$14.50/month
• Energy charge: ~13-14 cents/kWh
• Seasonal variations apply

Time-of-Use Rate

• Off-peak: ~10 cents/kWh
• On-peak: ~18 cents/kWh
• Peak hours: 2-7 PM weekdays (summer)

Demand Rate

• Lower energy charge
• Separate demand charge based on peak usage
• Best for consistent usage patterns

Kansas Rate Trends

Kansas rates have increased approximately 4.2% year-over-year due to:

• Wind energy integration costs
• Transmission infrastructure investments
• Coal plant transitions

Key Takeaways

• Empire District offers lower rates in southeast Kansas
• Evergy's TOU plan can save money for flexible households
• Kansas rates are slightly above the national average
• Use Utility Check to optimize your rate plan — view pricing