Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $26.90 per month.
Per hour
8.8¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.89
10 hours/day
Per month
$26.90
91 kWh
Per year
$323
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.45 | $162 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $26.90 | $323 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.81 | $646 |
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 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.89 per day, $26.90 per month, or $323 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.90 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.