Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 0% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $8.23 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.27
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.23
44 kWh
Per year
$98.81
526 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.11 | $49.41 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.23 | $98.81 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.46 | $198 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.23 per month, or $98.81 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $8.23 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.