Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $60.92 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.00
8 hours/day
Per month
$60.92
365 kWh
Per year
$731
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.00 | $30.46 | $366 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.00 | $60.92 | $731 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.01 | $122 | $1,463 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a oil-filled radiator heater in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.00 per day, $60.92 per month, or $731 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $60.92 per month here versus $66.76 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.