Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $7.31 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.24
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.31
44 kWh
Per year
$87.78
526 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.66 | $43.89 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.31 | $87.78 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.62 | $176 |
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 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.31 per month, or $87.78 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $7.31 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.