Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $6.52 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.21
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.52
44 kWh
Per year
$78.31
526 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.26 | $39.16 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.52 | $78.31 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.05 | $157 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.52 per month, or $78.31 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $6.52 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.