Electricity rates in Nickerson, KS
Nickerson (1,036 people, Reno County) is served by Evergy Kansas Central. Homes on Evergy Kansas Central pay about 15.23¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kansas average.
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Electric companies serving Nickerson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Kansas Central | Investor-owned utility | 15.23¢ | $130 | 344K | 126 |
Power outages in Reno County right now
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Outage history in Reno County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 687 | 159 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 39 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,632 (57.7%) | 3,924 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-20 | 2025-06-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (687 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sterling 15.2¢
- Hutchinson 15.2¢
- South Hutchinson 15.2¢
- Lyons 12.3¢
- Buhler 15.2¢
- Inman 15.2¢
- Haven 15.2¢
- McPherson 15.2¢
- Ellinwood 12.3¢
- Moundridge 15.2¢
ZIP codes: 67561
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Nickerson?
Most homes in Nickerson 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Nickerson?
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 Nickerson, KS?
Evergy Kansas Central serves Nickerson.
How often does the power go out in Nickerson?
In 2025, customers in Reno County averaged 2 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 39 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-17, when 3,924 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.