Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 34% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $45.24 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$1.49
8 hours/day
Per month
$45.24
365 kWh
Per year
$543
4,380 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.74 | $22.62 | $272 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.49 | $45.24 | $543 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.98 | $90.47 | $1,086 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $1.49 per day, $45.24 per month, or $543 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 34% below the U.S. average: $45.24 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.