Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.18 per month.
Per use
9.1¢
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
3.9¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.18
7.8 kWh
Per year
$14.17
94 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.09 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.17 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.34 |
Kansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 3d printer in Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.18 per month, or $14.17 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.18 per month here versus $1.44 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.