Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $69.68 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.29
8 hours/day
Per month
$69.68
365 kWh
Per year
$837
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.15 | $34.84 | $418 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.29 | $69.68 | $837 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.58 | $139 | $1,673 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.29 per day, $69.68 per month, or $837 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $69.68 per month here versus $66.76 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.