Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $6.04 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.20
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.04
44 kWh
Per year
$72.53
526 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.02 | $36.27 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.04 | $72.53 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.08 | $145 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.04 per month, or $72.53 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $6.04 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.