Electricity rates in Colby, KS
Colby (5,417 people, Thomas County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Midwest Energy pay about 12.34¢/kWh, 18% less than the Kansas average.
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Electric companies serving Colby
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest Energy | Electric cooperative | 12.34¢ | $110 | 30K | 581 |
| Prairie Land Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.33¢ | $129 | 13K | 383 |
Power outages in Thomas County right now
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Outage history in Thomas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 82 | 53 |
| Days with outages | 24 | 12 |
| Most customers out at once | 527 (7.2%) | 359 (4.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-26 | 2025-08-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (82 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Oakley 12.3¢
- Atwood 12.3¢
- Hoxie 12.3¢
- Goodland 12.3¢
- Oberlin 12.3¢
- Saint Francis 12.3¢
- Scott City 12.3¢
- Hill City 12.3¢
- Leoti 12.3¢
- WaKeeney 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 67701
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Colby?
Most homes in Colby get power from Midwest Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 12.34¢/kWh including all charges. The Kansas average is 15.09¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Colby: Prairie Land Electric Co-op (15.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Colby?
About $110 a month, based on 894 kWh a month (the average for Midwest Energy customers) at 12.34¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Colby, KS?
2 utilities serve Colby's ZIP codes: Midwest Energy, Prairie Land Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Colby?
In 2025, customers in Thomas County averaged 53 min without power. Outages hit 12 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-05, when 359 customers (4.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.