This area is served by 18 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 13.1¢/kWh. 66.7% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 66045 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 66045?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Evergy Kansas Central, Inc) and gas (Atmos Energy Corporation, (888) 286-6700) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 66045 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Lawrence, KS averages 13.1¢/kWh, about 21% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 7% below the Kansas state average of 14.2¢/kWh. Natural gas in Kansas averages $13.14/Mcf, about 9% below the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 66045?
No — electricity in Lawrence, KS costs about 21% less than the national average. Compared to Kansas overall, rates here are about 7% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What county is 66045 in?
ZIP code 66045 is in Douglas County, Kansas.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.