Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $57.64 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$1.90
8 hours/day
Per month
$57.64
365 kWh
Per year
$692
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.95 | $28.82 | $346 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.90 | $57.64 | $692 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.79 | $115 | $1,384 |
Kansas 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 Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $1.90 per day, $57.64 per month, or $692 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $57.64 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.