Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $17.69 per month.
Per hour
5.8¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.58
10 hours/day
Per month
$17.69
91 kWh
Per year
$212
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.85 | $106 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.69 | $212 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.16 | $35.39 | $425 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.58 per day, $17.69 per month, or $212 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.69 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.