Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $18.39 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.60
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.39
109 kWh
Per year
$221
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.19 | $110 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.39 | $221 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.21 | $36.77 | $442 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.60 per day, $18.39 per month, or $221 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $18.39 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.