Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $18.06 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.59
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.06
109 kWh
Per year
$217
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.03 | $108 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $18.06 | $217 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.19 | $36.12 | $434 |
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 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $18.06 per month, or $217 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $18.06 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.