Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $9.50 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.31
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.50
44 kWh
Per year
$114
526 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.75 | $57.03 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.50 | $114 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $19.00 | $228 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.31 per day, $9.50 per month, or $114 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.50 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.