Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $10.20 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.34
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.20
44 kWh
Per year
$122
526 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.10 | $61.23 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.20 | $122 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.40 | $245 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.34 per day, $10.20 per month, or $122 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.20 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.