Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $12.13 per month.
Per hour
4.0¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.40
10 hours/day
Per month
$12.13
91 kWh
Per year
$146
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.06 | $72.82 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.13 | $146 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.26 | $291 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.40 per day, $12.13 per month, or $146 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $12.13 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.