Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $20.25 per month.
Per hour
2.8¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.67
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$20.25
109 kWh
Per year
$243
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.12 | $122 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.25 | $243 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.33 | $40.49 | $486 |
Delaware vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.67 per day, $20.25 per month, or $243 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $20.25 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.