Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 52¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 183% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $47.42 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 200–500 W
Per day
$1.56
10 hours/day
Per month
$47.42
91 kWh
Per year
$569
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.71 | $285 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $1.56 | $47.42 | $569 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $3.12 | $94.85 | $1,139 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 52¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $1.56 per day, $47.42 per month, or $569 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 183% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $47.42 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 52¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.