Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $109 per month.
Per hour
$0.45
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$3.59
8 hours/day
Per month
$109
365 kWh
Per year
$1,310
4,380 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.79 | $54.54 | $655 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.59 | $109 | $1,310 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.18 | $218 | $2,619 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $3.59 per day, $109 per month, or $1,310 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $109 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.