Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $27.82 per month.
Per hour
9.2¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.92
10 hours/day
Per month
$27.82
91 kWh
Per year
$334
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $13.91 | $167 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.92 | $27.82 | $334 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.83 | $55.63 | $668 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.92 per day, $27.82 per month, or $334 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $27.82 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.