Electricity rates in Norton, KS
Norton (2,841 people, Norton 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 Norton
| 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 Norton County right now
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Outage history in Norton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 187 | 337 |
| Days with outages | 12 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 396 (9.3%) | 1,044 (24.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-09-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (187 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Phillipsburg 15.3¢
- Hill City 12.3¢
- Oberlin 12.3¢
- Stockton 15.3¢
- Hoxie 12.3¢
- Plainville 12.3¢
- WaKeeney 12.3¢
- Smith Center 15.3¢
- Atwood 12.3¢
- Ellis 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 67654
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Norton?
Most homes in Norton 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 Norton: Prairie Land Electric Co-op (15.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Norton?
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 Norton, KS?
2 utilities serve Norton'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 Norton?
In 2025, customers in Norton County averaged 5 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-15, when 1,044 customers (24.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.