Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $13.13 per month.
Per hour
4.3¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.43
10 hours/day
Per month
$13.13
91 kWh
Per year
$158
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.57 | $78.84 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.13 | $158 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.27 | $315 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $13.13 per month, or $158 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $13.13 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.