Wood Stove Heating Cost Calculator
Wondering what wood heat really costs versus buying cords of firewood all winter? Enter your stove efficiency, wood price, and heating needs to get a seasonal cost estimate plus cords required.
About this calculator
Calculate the seasonal cost of heating your home with a wood stove based on cord price, stove efficiency, and heating season length.
Frequently Asked Questions
What efficiency should I use for my stove?
Older non-EPA stoves are often 50-60% efficient, while modern EPA-certified stoves typically reach 70-80% efficiency, and high-end catalytic stoves can approach 90%.
What is the climate severity factor?
It's a rough multiplier for how cold your climate is relative to a moderate baseline. Use around 1.0 for mild climates, 1.2-1.5 for cold northern climates, and up to 2.0 for very harsh winters.
Does this account for supplemental heating?
No, this assumes wood heat covers your full heating load. If you also use a furnace or heat pump, actual wood use will be lower.