Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner 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 (8 hours/day), a window air conditioner here costs $33.05 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 500–1,500 W
Per day
$1.09
8 hours/day
Per month
$33.05
219 kWh
Per year
$397
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.53 | $198 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.09 | $33.05 | $397 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.17 | $66.10 | $794 |
Kansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a window air conditioner in Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a window air conditioner with typical usage costs about $1.09 per day, $33.05 per month, or $397 per year.
Is running a window air conditioner in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $33.05 per month here versus $40.27 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.