Electricity rates in Oswego, KS
Oswego (1,766 people, Labette 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 Oswego
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Kansas Central | Investor-owned utility | 15.23¢ | $130 | 344K | 126 |
| Evergy Kansas South | Investor-owned utility | 15.22¢ | $131 | 306K | 244 |
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.65¢ | $145 | 8,465 | 146 |
Power outages in Labette County right now
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Outage history in Labette County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 133 | 54 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 15 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,146 (35.6%) | 1,312 (11.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-01-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (133 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Chetopa 15.2¢
- Altamont 15.2¢
- Parsons 15.2¢
- Columbus 15.2¢
- Baxter Springs 13.7¢
- Cherryvale 15.2¢
- Galena 13.7¢
- Pittsburg 15.2¢
- Girard 15.2¢
- Erie 15.2¢
ZIP codes: 67356
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Oswego?
Most homes in Oswego 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 Oswego: Evergy Kansas South (15.22¢), Empire District Electric Co. (13.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Oswego?
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 Oswego, KS?
3 utilities serve Oswego's ZIP codes: Evergy Kansas Central, Evergy Kansas South, Empire District Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Oswego?
In 2025, customers in Labette County averaged 54 min without power. Outages hit 15 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-31, when 1,312 customers (11.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.