Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $7.62 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.25
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.62
44 kWh
Per year
$91.45
526 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.81 | $45.73 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.62 | $91.45 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.23 | $183 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a mini fridge in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.62 per month, or $91.45 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $7.62 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.