Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $12.86 per month.
Per hour
4.2¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.42
10 hours/day
Per month
$12.86
91 kWh
Per year
$154
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.43 | $77.20 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.86 | $154 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.72 | $309 |
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 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.86 per month, or $154 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $12.86 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.