Utility rates in Kansas City vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Kansas City
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Kansas City heats its homes
68% natural gas · 29% electricity · 3% other fuels
Electric rates in Kansas City
Residential rates range from 13.1¢ to 15.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Kansas City - (KS), Evergy Kansas Central, Inc, Evergy Metro, Evergy Missouri West, Platte-Clay Electric Coop, Inc.
This is 16% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Kansas City
Kansas City has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Natural Gas 4 providers
Water 22 providers
Sewer 10 providers
Trash & Recycling 1 provider
Internet 14 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Kansas City, KS
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.