Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $29.99 per month.
Per hour
4.1¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.99
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$29.99
109 kWh
Per year
$360
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.99 | $180 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $29.99 | $360 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.97 | $59.97 | $720 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.99 per day, $29.99 per month, or $360 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $29.99 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.