Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $103 per month.
Per hour
$0.42
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$3.40
8 hours/day
Per month
$103
365 kWh
Per year
$1,240
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.62 | $620 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.40 | $103 | $1,240 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.79 | $206 | $2,479 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $3.40 per day, $103 per month, or $1,240 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $103 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.