Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $6.17 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.20
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.17
44 kWh
Per year
$74.11
526 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.09 | $37.05 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.17 | $74.11 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.34 | $148 |
New Mexico 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 Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.17 per month, or $74.11 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $6.17 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.