Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $51.80 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$1.70
8 hours/day
Per month
$51.80
365 kWh
Per year
$622
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.90 | $311 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.80 | $622 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.41 | $104 | $1,244 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $1.70 per day, $51.80 per month, or $622 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $51.80 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.