Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $35.24 per month.
Per hour
4.8¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.16
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$35.24
109 kWh
Per year
$423
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.62 | $212 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.16 | $35.24 | $423 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.32 | $70.48 | $846 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.16 per day, $35.24 per month, or $423 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $35.24 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.