Cost to Run a Mini Fridge in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a mini fridge here costs $8.36 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 40–100 W
Per day
$0.28
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.36
44 kWh
Per year
$100
526 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.18 | $50.19 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.36 | $100 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.72 | $201 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a mini fridge with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.36 per month, or $100 per year.
Is running a mini fridge in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.36 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.