Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $19.52 per month.
Per hour
6.4¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.64
10 hours/day
Per month
$19.52
91 kWh
Per year
$234
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.76 | $117 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.52 | $234 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.28 | $39.03 | $469 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.64 per day, $19.52 per month, or $234 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $19.52 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.