Electricity rates in Ellis, KS
Ellis (2,064 people, Ellis 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 Ellis
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest Energy | Electric cooperative | 12.34¢ | $110 | 30K | 581 |
| Western Co-op Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.09¢ | $132 | 5,800 | — |
Power outages in Ellis County right now
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Outage history in Ellis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 119 | 237 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,536 (14.2%) | 6,000 (33.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-14 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (119 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hays 12.3¢
- WaKeeney 12.3¢
- Victoria 12.3¢
- Plainville 12.3¢
- La Crosse 12.3¢
- Hill City 12.3¢
- Russell 12.3¢
- Stockton 15.3¢
- Ness City 12.3¢
- Hoisington 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 67637
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ellis?
Most homes in Ellis 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 Ellis: Western Co-op Electric Association (15.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ellis?
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 Ellis, KS?
2 utilities serve Ellis's ZIP codes: Midwest Energy, Western Co-op Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ellis?
In 2025, customers in Ellis County averaged 3 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 6,000 customers (33.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.