Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $16.85 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.55
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.85
109 kWh
Per year
$202
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.43 | $101 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.85 | $202 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.11 | $33.71 | $405 |
Georgia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.55 per day, $16.85 per month, or $202 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $16.85 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.