Cost to Run a Tankless Electric Water Heater in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.7 hours/day), a tankless electric water heater here costs $58.61 per month.
Per hour
$2.75
at 13,000–27,000 W
Per day
$1.93
0.7 hours/day
Per month
$58.61
383 kWh
Per year
$704
4,599 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.30 | $352 |
| Typical (0.7 hrs/day) | $1.93 | $58.61 | $704 |
| Heavy (1.4 hrs/day) | $3.86 | $117 | $1,407 |
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 15.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a tankless electric water heater with typical usage costs about $1.93 per day, $58.61 per month, or $704 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: $58.61 per month here versus $70.10 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.