Cost to Run a Tankless Electric Water Heater in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.7 hours/day), a tankless electric water heater here costs $60.52 per month.
Per hour
$2.84
at 13,000–27,000 W
Per day
$1.99
0.7 hours/day
Per month
$60.52
383 kWh
Per year
$727
4,599 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $1.00 | $30.26 | $363 |
| Typical (0.7 hrs/day) | $1.99 | $60.52 | $727 |
| Heavy (1.4 hrs/day) | $3.98 | $121 | $1,453 |
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 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a tankless electric water heater with typical usage costs about $1.99 per day, $60.52 per month, or $727 per year.
Is running a tankless electric water heater in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $60.52 per month here versus $72.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.