Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $6.57 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.22
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.57
44 kWh
Per year
$78.84
526 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.28 | $39.42 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.57 | $78.84 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.13 | $158 |
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 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.57 per month, or $78.84 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $6.57 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.