Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $8.97 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.30
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.97
44 kWh
Per year
$108
526 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.49 | $53.87 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.95 | $215 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $8.97 per month, or $108 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.97 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.