Cost to Run a Tankless Electric Water Heater 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 (0.7 hours/day), a tankless electric water heater here costs $57.84 per month.
Per hour
$2.72
at 13,000–27,000 W
Per day
$1.90
0.7 hours/day
Per month
$57.84
383 kWh
Per year
$694
4,599 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.95 | $28.92 | $347 |
| Typical (0.7 hrs/day) | $1.90 | $57.84 | $694 |
| Heavy (1.4 hrs/day) | $3.81 | $116 | $1,389 |
Kansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a tankless electric water heater in Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a tankless electric water heater with typical usage costs about $1.90 per day, $57.84 per month, or $694 per year.
Is running a tankless electric water heater in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $57.84 per month here versus $70.48 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.