Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $78.43 per month.
Per hour
$0.32
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.58
8 hours/day
Per month
$78.43
365 kWh
Per year
$942
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.29 | $39.22 | $471 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.58 | $78.43 | $942 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $5.16 | $157 | $1,883 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.58 per day, $78.43 per month, or $942 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $78.43 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.