Electricity rates in Lawrence, KS
Lawrence (93,917 people, Douglas County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Evergy Kansas Central pay about 15.23¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kansas average.
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Electric companies serving Lawrence
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Kansas Central | Investor-owned utility | 15.23¢ | $130 | 344K | 126 |
| Evergy Metro | Investor-owned utility | 13.32¢ | $130 | 247K | 129 |
| FreeState Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.50¢ | $201 | 18K | 335 |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 216 | 110 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 17,508 (25.4%) | 9,721 (14.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-01 | 2025-05-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (216 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eudora 15.2¢
- Tonganoxie 15.2¢
- Baldwin City 15.2¢
- De Soto 15.2¢
- Oskaloosa 15.2¢
- Edgerton 13.3¢
- Wellsville 13.3¢
- Basehor 15.2¢
- Bonner Springs 15.2¢
- Gardner 15.2¢
ZIP codes: 66044, 66045, 66046, 66047, 66049
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lawrence?
Most homes in Lawrence get power from Evergy Kansas Central, where residential customers pay an average of 15.23¢/kWh including all charges. The Kansas average is 15.09¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Lawrence: Evergy Metro (13.32¢), FreeState Electric Co-op (18.50¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lawrence?
About $129 a month, based on 850 kWh a month (the average for Evergy Kansas Central customers) at 15.23¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Lawrence, KS?
3 utilities serve Lawrence's ZIP codes: Evergy Kansas Central, Evergy Metro, FreeState Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lawrence?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 110 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-20, when 9,721 customers (14.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.