Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $59.46 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$1.96
8 hours/day
Per month
$59.46
365 kWh
Per year
$714
4,380 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.73 | $357 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.96 | $59.46 | $714 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.91 | $119 | $1,428 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $1.96 per day, $59.46 per month, or $714 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $59.46 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.