Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $7.84 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.26
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.84
44 kWh
Per year
$94.08
526 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.92 | $47.04 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.84 | $94.08 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.67 | $188 |
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 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.84 per month, or $94.08 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $7.84 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.