Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $52.53 per month.
Per hour
7.2¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.73
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$52.53
109 kWh
Per year
$631
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.27 | $315 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.73 | $52.53 | $631 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $3.46 | $105 | $1,261 |
Hawaii vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.73 per day, $52.53 per month, or $631 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $52.53 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.