Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $14.77 per month.
Per hour
4.9¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.49
10 hours/day
Per month
$14.77
91 kWh
Per year
$177
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.39 | $88.70 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.77 | $177 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.97 | $29.55 | $355 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $14.77 per month, or $177 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $14.77 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.