Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $12.77 per month.
Per hour
4.2¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.42
10 hours/day
Per month
$12.77
91 kWh
Per year
$153
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.38 | $76.65 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.77 | $153 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.84 | $25.54 | $307 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.77 per month, or $153 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $12.77 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.