Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $11.64 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.38
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.64
44 kWh
Per year
$140
526 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.82 | $69.90 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.64 | $140 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.77 | $23.29 | $280 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.38 per day, $11.64 per month, or $140 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.64 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.