Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $7.09 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.23
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.09
44 kWh
Per year
$85.15
526 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.55 | $42.57 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.09 | $85.15 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.18 | $170 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $7.09 per month, or $85.15 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $7.09 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.