Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $51.07 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$1.68
8 hours/day
Per month
$51.07
365 kWh
Per year
$613
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.84 | $25.54 | $307 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.68 | $51.07 | $613 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.36 | $102 | $1,226 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $1.68 per day, $51.07 per month, or $613 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $51.07 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.