Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $12.68 per month.
Per hour
4.2¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.42
10 hours/day
Per month
$12.68
91 kWh
Per year
$152
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.34 | $76.10 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.68 | $152 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.83 | $25.35 | $304 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.68 per month, or $152 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $12.68 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.