Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $26.08 per month.
Per hour
8.6¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.86
10 hours/day
Per month
$26.08
91 kWh
Per year
$313
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.04 | $157 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.08 | $313 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.72 | $52.17 | $626 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.86 per day, $26.08 per month, or $313 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.08 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.