Cost to Run a Pellet Stove in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $14.59 per month.
Per hour
4.8¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.48
10 hours/day
Per month
$14.59
91 kWh
Per year
$175
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.30 | $87.60 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.59 | $175 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.18 | $350 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.48 per day, $14.59 per month, or $175 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $14.59 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.