Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $12.91 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.42
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.91
44 kWh
Per year
$155
526 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.46 | $77.53 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.91 | $155 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.83 | $310 |
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 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.91 per month, or $155 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.91 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.