Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $8.40 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.28
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.40
44 kWh
Per year
$101
526 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.20 | $50.46 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.40 | $101 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.81 | $202 |
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 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.40 per month, or $101 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.40 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.