Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $12.49 per month.
Per hour
4.1¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.41
10 hours/day
Per month
$12.49
91 kWh
Per year
$150
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.25 | $75.01 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.49 | $150 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.99 | $300 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.41 per day, $12.49 per month, or $150 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $12.49 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.