Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $5.56 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.18
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$5.56
44 kWh
Per year
$66.75
526 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.78 | $33.38 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.56 | $66.75 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.12 | $134 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.18 per day, $5.56 per month, or $66.75 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $5.56 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.