Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 52¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 183% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $56.91 per month.
Per hour
7.8¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.87
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$56.91
109 kWh
Per year
$683
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.94 | $28.45 | $342 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.87 | $56.91 | $683 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $3.74 | $114 | $1,367 |
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 52¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.87 per day, $56.91 per month, or $683 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 183% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $56.91 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 52¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.