Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $7.97 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.26
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.97
44 kWh
Per year
$95.66
526 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.98 | $47.83 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.97 | $95.66 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.93 | $191 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.97 per month, or $95.66 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $7.97 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.