Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 25% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $85.73 per month.
Per hour
$0.35
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.82
8 hours/day
Per month
$85.73
365 kWh
Per year
$1,029
4,380 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.41 | $42.86 | $515 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.82 | $85.73 | $1,029 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $5.64 | $171 | $2,059 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.82 per day, $85.73 per month, or $1,029 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 25% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $85.73 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.