Cost to Run a Oil-Filled Radiator Heater in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a oil-filled radiator heater here costs $71.87 per month.
Per hour
$0.30
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$2.36
8 hours/day
Per month
$71.87
365 kWh
Per year
$863
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.93 | $431 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.36 | $71.87 | $863 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.73 | $144 | $1,726 |
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 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a oil-filled radiator heater with typical usage costs about $2.36 per day, $71.87 per month, or $863 per year.
Is running a oil-filled radiator heater in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $71.87 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.