Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $7.22 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.24
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.22
44 kWh
Per year
$86.72
526 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.61 | $43.36 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.22 | $86.72 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.45 | $173 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.22 per month, or $86.72 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $7.22 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.