Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $14.96 per month.
Per hour
4.9¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.49
10 hours/day
Per month
$14.96
91 kWh
Per year
$180
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.48 | $89.79 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.96 | $180 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.91 | $359 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a pellet stove in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $14.96 per month, or $180 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $14.96 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.