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Wichita, KS

Electrification ROI based on Evergy rates and local rebates

Population: 389,000•Climate: mixed•Electric: $0.128/kWh•Gas: $1.08/therm
Best Upgrade
Solar Panels
18.3 years • 47% ROI
Annual Savings
$2,382/year
Full electrification
Total Incentives
$650
Federal + utility rebates
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Payback Period Comparison

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Annual Savings Comparison

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Cumulative Net Savings Over Time

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Detailed ROI by Upgrade

Heat Pump HVAC System

Replace gas furnace + AC with an all-electric heat pump

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Costs

Upfront cost:$12,000 - $18,000
Federal tax credit:-$0
Evergy rebate:-$400
Net cost:$11,600 - $17,600

Savings & ROI

Annual savings:$89/year
Simple payback:Not Recommended
15-year ROI:-91%
CO₂ reduction:0.6 tons/year
15-year net savings:$-13,669

Solar Panels (6kW System)

Generate your own electricity from the sun

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Costs

Upfront cost:$15,000 - $21,000
Federal tax credit (30%):-$0
Net cost:$15,000 - $21,000

Savings & ROI

Annual savings:$1,009/year
Simple payback:18.3 years
25-year ROI:47%
CO₂ reduction:3.6 tons/year

Full Electrification Package

Heat pump + Solar + Heat pump water heater + EV charger

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Costs

Total upfront cost:$30,300 - $45,000
Total federal credits:-$0
Total utility rebates:-$650
Net cost:$29,650 - $44,350

Savings & ROI

Annual savings:$2,382/year
Simple payback:16.0 years
15-year ROI:1%
Total CO₂ reduction:10.4 tons/year
15-year net savings:$-1,916

Wichita Energy Context

Climate & Usage

Climate zone:mixed
Heating degree days:4,850
Cooling degree days:1,650
Avg home size:2,100 sq ft

Energy Costs

Utility provider:Evergy
Electricity rate:$0.128/kWh
Natural gas rate:$1.08/therm
Avg monthly bills:$142 elec + $68 gas

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