Ellsworth County, KS: 7 Electric Providers

Ellsworth County, Kansas Electricity Rates & Statistics

Electricity Rates, Plans & Statistics

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Ellsworth County, Kansas Electricity Overview

In Ellsworth County, the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production has declined by 36.72% within the last 12 months.

Ellsworth County is home to 6,403 residents and its power generation plants generate 448,900 megawatt hours of electricity a year, for a generation per capita average of 70.11 megawatt hours per capita.

Ellsworth County is the 2795th largest county in the nation, with 6,403 residents residing in the county.

Ellsworth County comes in as the 2957th worst pollution level from electricity consumption in the United States, emitting 0 kilograms of CO2 gases.

Ellsworth County averages 70.11 megawatt hours per person produced from renewable electricity sources, which is 201st highest in the nation out of 3230counties.

Electricity from wind energy produced in Ellsworth County totals 448,900 megawatt hours, making Ellsworth County 274th in the country out of 3230 counties for wind power generation.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    90,354 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    14.11 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    448,900 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    448,900 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    70.11 MWh

Ellsworth, KS Electricity Overview

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Ellsworth averages a residential electricity price of 15.54 cents per kilowatt hour spent by consumers living within the city borders. This is 14.14% more than Kansas' average price of 13.62 cents. Selling an estimated 228.42 megawatt hours, Western Cooperative Electric is the largest electricity provider in the city.

The 42,502.79 megawatt hours consumed in Ellsworth must be sourced from outside of the city as there are no power plants that call the city home. The city emits 4,856.26 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the city due to electricity use, which makes it the 42nd highest polluting city out of 741 cities in Kansas based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity use is 14,627,056.44 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 90th largest amount in Kansas.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ellsworth

Ellsworth residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.156/kWh$0.124/kWh$135.96/mo.$86.42/mo.
663rd15.54¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ellsworth
600th$135.96Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ellsworth Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ellsworth, Kansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Rolling Hills Electric CooperativeBUNDLED19.67135.5875,072.6914,766,533.61
Western Cooperative ElectricBUNDLED14.78136.0363,6859,412,100

Wilson, KS Electricity Overview

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Wilson averages a residential electricity price of 19.67 cents per kilowatt hour spent by consumers living within the city borders. This is 44.43% more than Kansas' average price of 13.62 cents. Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative has an estimated 1 total residential customers, which is more than any other supplier who operates in the city. Wilson has the 232nd largest population in the state, with 818 residents living within its borders.

The 11,542.92 megawatt hours consumed in Wilson must be sourced from outside of the city as there are no power plants that call the city home. The city emits 4,856.26 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the city due to electricity use, which makes it the 217th highest polluting city out of 741 cities in Kansas based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity use is 3,972,421.04 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 232nd largest amount in Kansas.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Wilson

Wilson residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.197/kWh$0.169/kWh$135.58/mo.$115.51/mo.
729th19.67¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Wilson
578th$135.58Average residential monthly electricity bill for Wilson Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Wilson, Kansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Rolling Hills Electric CooperativeBUNDLED19.67135.5875,072.6914,766,533.61

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Kanopolis, KS Electricity Overview

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Kanopolis averages a residential electricity price of 19.67 cents per kilowatt hour spent by consumers living within the city borders. This is 44.43% more than Kansas' average price of 13.62 cents. Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative has an estimated 2 total residential customers, which is more than any other supplier who operates in the city. Kanopolis has the 263rd largest population in the state, with 657 residents living within its borders.

The 9,271.03 megawatt hours consumed in Kanopolis must be sourced from outside of the city as there are no power plants that call the city home. The city emits 4,856.26 kilograms of CO2 pollution per citizen in the city due to electricity use, which makes it the 217th highest polluting city out of 741 cities in Kansas based on emissions per capita. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of the city from electricity use is 3,190,563.11 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 261st largest amount in Kansas.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kanopolis

Kanopolis residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.197/kWh$0.169/kWh$135.58/mo.$115.51/mo.
729th19.67¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Kanopolis
578th$135.58Average residential monthly electricity bill for Kanopolis Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Kanopolis, Kansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Rolling Hills Electric CooperativeBUNDLED19.67135.5875,072.6914,766,533.61

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Electricity Production in Ellsworth County, Kansas

Power Plants in Ellsworth County, Kansas

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Post Rock Wind Power Project, LLCPattern Operators LP (100.00%)
Ellsworth County KS Wind 448,900

Ellsworth County, Kansas Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

There is one power producing plant in Ellsworth County. On average, the county's residents emit 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the use of electricity, which makes it the 94th highest polluting county out of 105 counties in Kansas based on emissions per capita. At 0 kilograms per person and 2,937,150 people in the county, the county emits 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions each year. This is the 2957th highest amount in the US. In Ellsworth County, Wind makes up 100.00% of the fuel sources utilized in electricity production.

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Ellsworth County, Kansas Net Metering

Of the 7 electricity companies in Ellsworth County, 71.43% of them report that they offer net metering. Many net metering regulations are enforced at the state level, and Kansas has nonexistent regulations for consumers interested in installing solar panels.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for providers in Ellsworth County is 6.69%. This includes data from 3 providers, including Evergy, Western Cooperative Electric, and Midwest Energy. With a United States average energy loss of 2.87%, Ellsworth County is ranked as the 2647th best county in the country for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Ellsworth County:

  • Ellsworth, Kansas:
    • Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative: 15.64%
    • Western Cooperative Electric: 84.36%
  • Holyrood, Kansas:
    • Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative: 40.62%
    • Western Cooperative Electric: 8.46%
    • Holyrood, Kansas Electric Utility: 50.92%
  • Kanopolis, Kansas:
    • Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
  • Lorraine, Kansas:
    • Western Cooperative Electric: 50.00%
    • Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Wilson, Kansas:
    • Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many electric companies offer service in Ellsworth County, Kansas?

Ellsworth County, Kansas is home to 7 electricity providers offering service in the area.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Ellsworth County, Kansas?

The largest electricity company in Ellsworth County, Kansas by total revenue is Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative.

Which electricity companies offer service in Ellsworth County, Kansas?

How many power plants are within Ellsworth County, Kansas?

There is one active electricity plant located in Ellsworth County, Kansas

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2024-03-29