Electricity rates in Pittsburg, KS
Pittsburg (20,409 people, Crawford County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Evergy Kansas South pay about 15.22¢/kWh, 1% more than the Kansas average.
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Electric companies serving Pittsburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Crawford County right now
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Outage history in Crawford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 49 | 86 |
| Days with outages | 23 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,030 (6%) | 4,746 (13.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-25 | 2025-05-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (49 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Frontenac 15.2¢
- Arma 15.2¢
- Girard 15.2¢
- Columbus 15.2¢
- Galena 13.7¢
- Baxter Springs 13.7¢
- Oswego 15.2¢
- Fort Scott 15.2¢
- Parsons 15.2¢
- Erie 15.2¢
ZIP codes: 66762
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Pittsburg?
Most homes in Pittsburg get power from Evergy Kansas South, where residential customers pay an average of 15.22¢/kWh including all charges. The Kansas average is 15.09¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Pittsburg: Empire District Electric Co. (13.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Pittsburg?
About $131 a month, based on 858 kWh a month (the average for Evergy Kansas South customers) at 15.22¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Pittsburg, KS?
2 utilities serve Pittsburg's ZIP codes: Evergy Kansas South, Empire District Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Pittsburg?
In 2025, customers in Crawford County averaged 86 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-19, when 4,746 customers (13.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.