Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $85.00 per month.
Per hour
$0.35
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.80
8 hours/day
Per month
$85.00
365 kWh
Per year
$1,021
4,380 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.40 | $42.50 | $510 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.80 | $85.00 | $1,021 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $5.59 | $170 | $2,041 |
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 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.80 per day, $85.00 per month, or $1,021 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $85.00 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.