Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $15.32 per month.
Per hour
5.0¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.50
10 hours/day
Per month
$15.32
91 kWh
Per year
$184
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.66 | $91.98 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.32 | $184 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $1.01 | $30.64 | $368 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.50 per day, $15.32 per month, or $184 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $15.32 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.