Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $14.14 per month.
Per hour
4.7¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.46
10 hours/day
Per month
$14.14
91 kWh
Per year
$170
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.07 | $84.86 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.14 | $170 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.27 | $339 |
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $14.14 per month, or $170 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $14.14 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.