---
title: "Kansas Electricity Rates & Cost to Charge an EV (August 2026)"
description: "Charging an EV in Kansas costs about $5.18 per 100 miles and $58.30 a month at 15.47¢/kWh (EIA, August 2026). Rank #18 of 51, with costs for popular EV models."
url: https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/
updated: 2026-10-26
---

# Kansas electricity rates and EV charging cost

At **15.47¢/kWh** — Kansas's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about **$5.18 per 100 miles** and **$58.30 a month** for 13,500 miles a year. That is 15% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is up from 15.27¢ in July 2026.

- **Electricity price:** 15.47¢ (per kWh, −15% vs U.S.)
- **Per 100 miles:** $5.18 (33.5 kWh/100 mi EV)
- **Rank:** #18 (of 51, 1 is cheapest)
- **Per month:** $58.30 (13,500 miles a year)

More models are in the [full calculator](https://evchargecosts.com/).

## Electricity price trend in Kansas

Average residential price, cents per kWh, last 13 months (EIA).

## EV vs gas in Kansas

Regular gasoline averaged **$4.145 a gallon** in the Midwest region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $13.82 per 100 miles, versus $5.18 for a typical EV — $1,165.62 a year in favor of the EV.

[Compare EV and gas costs in Kansas](https://evchargecosts.com/ev-vs-gas/?state=KS)

## Charging cost for popular EVs in Kansas

At 15.47¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.

**Monthly home charging cost in Kansas at 15.47¢/kWh, 13,500 miles a year**

| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Tesla Model Y](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/tesla-model-y/) | 26.9 | $4.16 | $46.75 | $14.00 |
| [Tesla Model 3](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/tesla-model-3/) | 26.4 | $4.08 | $45.90 | $14.12 |
| [Tesla Model S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/tesla-model-s/) | 32.5 | $5.03 | $56.54 | $17.49 |
| [Tesla Model X](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/tesla-model-x/) | 34.2 | $5.30 | $59.60 | $17.43 |
| [Tesla Cybertruck](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/tesla-cybertruck/) | 42.9 | $6.64 | $74.67 | $21.57 |
| [Chevrolet Equinox EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/chevrolet-equinox-ev/) | 32.6 | $5.05 | $56.77 | $15.49 |
| [Chevrolet Blazer EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/chevrolet-blazer-ev/) | 35.6 | $5.51 | $62.03 | $15.61 |
| [Chevrolet Silverado EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/chevrolet-silverado-ev/) | 49.6 | $7.67 | $86.24 | $21.92 |
| [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/ford-mustang-mach-e/) | 33.6 | $5.20 | $58.54 | $12.49 |
| [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/ford-f-150-lightning/) | 47.9 | $7.41 | $83.39 | $23.72 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 5](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/hyundai-ioniq-5/) | 34.5 | $5.34 | $60.04 | $14.36 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/hyundai-ioniq-6/) | 28.0 | $4.33 | $48.73 | $13.69 |
| [Hyundai Kona Electric](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/hyundai-kona-electric/) | 29.1 | $4.50 | $50.61 | $11.74 |
| [Kia EV6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/kia-ev6/) | 31.6 | $4.89 | $54.96 | $14.41 |
| [Kia EV9](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/kia-ev9/) | 40.0 | $6.19 | $69.62 | $17.51 |
| [Honda Prologue](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/honda-prologue/) | 34.1 | $5.27 | $59.30 | $15.50 |
| [Rivian R1S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/rivian-r1s/) | 43.1 | $6.67 | $75.05 | $21.15 |
| [Rivian R1T](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/rivian-r1t/) | 43.1 | $6.67 | $75.05 | $21.15 |
| [Cadillac Lyriq](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/cadillac-lyriq/) | 38.0 | $5.88 | $66.10 | $18.74 |
| [Volkswagen ID.4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/volkswagen-id-4/) | 31.6 | $4.89 | $54.99 | $10.07 |
| [Nissan Leaf](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/nissan-leaf/) | 30.4 | $4.71 | $52.95 | $7.01 |
| [Nissan Ariya](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/nissan-ariya/) | 35.3 | $5.46 | $61.42 | $11.19 |
| [Toyota bZ](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/toyota-bz/) | 28.0 | $4.33 | $48.72 | $12.47 |
| [Subaru Solterra](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/subaru-solterra/) | 28.9 | $4.47 | $50.34 | $12.44 |
| [BMW i4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/bmw-i4/) | 33.4 | $5.17 | $58.14 | $14.83 |
| [Lucid Air](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/lucid-air/) | 27.3 | $4.22 | $47.52 | $16.73 |

## Kansas vs neighboring states

Kansas and its neighbors are outlined on the map.

**Electricity price and EV charging cost: Kansas and neighbors, August 2026**

| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Nebraska](https://evchargecosts.com/states/nebraska/) | 13.54 | $4.54 | $51.03 |
| [Oklahoma](https://evchargecosts.com/states/oklahoma/) | 14.82 | $4.96 | $55.85 |
| [Kansas](https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/) | 15.47 | $5.18 | $58.30 |
| [Missouri](https://evchargecosts.com/states/missouri/) | 16.02 | $5.37 | $60.38 |
| [Colorado](https://evchargecosts.com/states/colorado/) | 17.17 | $5.75 | $64.71 |

## Monthly electricity prices in Kansas

**Average residential electricity price in Kansas by month (EIA)**

| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2026 | 15.47 | $5.18 |
| July 2026 | 15.27 | $5.12 |
| June 2026 | 15.71 | $5.26 |
| May 2026 | 15.13 | $5.07 |
| April 2026 | 15.78 | $5.29 |
| March 2026 | 15.34 | $5.14 |
| February 2026 | 15.11 | $5.06 |
| January 2026 | 14.29 | $4.79 |
| December 2025 | 14.31 | $4.79 |
| November 2025 | 14.97 | $5.01 |
| October 2025 | 15.03 | $5.04 |
| September 2025 | 15.06 | $5.05 |
| August 2025 | 14.65 | $4.91 |

## Questions people ask

### How much does it cost to charge an EV in Kansas?

About $5.18 per 100 miles, $58.30 a month or $699.63 a year for 13,500 miles, at 15.47¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.

### What is the average electricity price in Kansas?

15.47 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 15% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢.

### Is it cheaper to drive an EV than a gas car in Kansas?

On fuel, yes: about $699.63 a year for the EV versus $1,865.25 for a 30 mpg gas car at $4.145/gal (EIA Midwest average).

### How does Kansas compare with neighboring states?

Nebraska, Oklahoma have lower residential electricity prices than Kansas.

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Source page: https://evchargecosts.com/states/kansas/
Data: EIA (electricity August 2026, gasoline 2026-10-19), EPA fueleconomy.gov. License: CC BY 4.0.