Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $18.60 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.61
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.60
109 kWh
Per year
$223
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.30 | $112 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.60 | $223 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.22 | $37.21 | $447 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.61 per day, $18.60 per month, or $223 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $18.60 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.