Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $11.31 per month.
Per hour
3.7¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.37
10 hours/day
Per month
$11.31
91 kWh
Per year
$136
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.65 | $67.89 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.31 | $136 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.74 | $22.62 | $272 |
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 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.37 per day, $11.31 per month, or $136 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $11.31 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.