WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Olathe
Kansas
Kansas
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Olathe
January
$97February
$107March
$124April
$85lowestMay
$108June
$193July
$240highestAugust
$209September
$171October
$93November
$93December
$107Carbon Emissions
707 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
951 kWh
Olathe's energy comes from Wind, Coal, Nuclear, and Natural Gas. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 51% of Olathe's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 22%. Nuclear provides 16% of the energy in Olathe. Natural Gas provides 11% of the energy in Olathe.
51%
Wind
22%
Coal
16%
Nuclear
11%
Natural Gas
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
955 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$15,212
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Olathe can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Westar Energy Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE TWO-PERIOD | TOU | 9¢ to 29¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL DEMAND SERVICE | Fixed | 9¢ to 728¢ |
| TIME OF USE | TOU | 8¢ to 29¢ |
| Residential Standard Service | Fixed | 12¢ to 14¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE | TOU | 9¢ to 905¢ |
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