Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $11.03 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.36
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.03
44 kWh
Per year
$132
526 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.52 | $66.23 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $11.03 | $132 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.73 | $22.06 | $265 |
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 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $11.03 per month, or $132 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.03 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.