Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $13.09 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.43
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$13.09
44 kWh
Per year
$157
526 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.54 | $78.58 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.09 | $157 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.18 | $314 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $13.09 per month, or $157 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.09 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.