Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $13.57 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.45
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$13.57
109 kWh
Per year
$163
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.79 | $81.47 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.57 | $163 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $27.14 | $326 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.45 per day, $13.57 per month, or $163 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $13.57 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.