Electricity rates in Oberlin, KS
Oberlin (1,761 people, Decatur 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 Oberlin
| 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 Decatur County right now
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Outage history in Decatur County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 427 | 267 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 9 |
| Most customers out at once | 961 (41.3%) | 428 (18.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-07 | 2025-04-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (427 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Atwood 12.3¢
- Hoxie 12.3¢
- Norton 12.3¢
- Colby 12.3¢
- Hill City 12.3¢
- Oakley 12.3¢
- Phillipsburg 15.3¢
- WaKeeney 12.3¢
- Saint Francis 12.3¢
- Goodland 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 67749
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Oberlin?
Most homes in Oberlin 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 Oberlin: Prairie Land Electric Co-op (15.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Oberlin?
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 Oberlin, KS?
2 utilities serve Oberlin'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 Oberlin?
In 2025, customers in Decatur County averaged 4 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 9 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-16, when 428 customers (18.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.