Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $26.48 per month.
Per hour
3.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.87
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$26.48
109 kWh
Per year
$318
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.24 | $159 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.48 | $318 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $52.97 | $636 |
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 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.87 per day, $26.48 per month, or $318 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.48 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.