Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $89.74 per month.
Per hour
$0.37
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.95
8 hours/day
Per month
$89.74
365 kWh
Per year
$1,077
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.48 | $44.87 | $539 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.95 | $89.74 | $1,077 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $5.90 | $179 | $2,155 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.95 per day, $89.74 per month, or $1,077 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $89.74 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.