Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $25.72 per month.
Per hour
8.5¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.85
10 hours/day
Per month
$25.72
91 kWh
Per year
$309
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.86 | $154 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.72 | $309 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.69 | $51.44 | $618 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.85 per day, $25.72 per month, or $309 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $25.72 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.