Electricity rates in Fort Scott, KS
Fort Scott (7,838 people, Bourbon County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Evergy Kansas South pay about 15.22¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kansas average.
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Electric companies serving Fort Scott
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Kansas South | Investor-owned utility | 15.22¢ | $131 | 306K | 244 |
| Evergy Metro | Investor-owned utility | 13.32¢ | $130 | 247K | 129 |
Power outages in Bourbon County right now
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Outage history in Bourbon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 90 | 75 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,900 (48.6%) | 1,169 (9.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-22 | 2025-01-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (90 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 66701
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Scott?
Most homes in Fort Scott get power from Evergy Kansas South, where residential customers pay an average of 15.22¢/kWh including all charges. The Kansas average is 15.09¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fort Scott: Evergy Metro (13.32¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Scott?
About $131 a month, based on 858 kWh a month (the average for Evergy Kansas South customers) at 15.22¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fort Scott, KS?
2 utilities serve Fort Scott's ZIP codes: Evergy Kansas South, Evergy Metro. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Scott?
In 2025, customers in Bourbon County averaged 75 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-21, when 1,169 customers (9.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.