Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $26.16 per month.
Per hour
3.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.86
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$26.16
109 kWh
Per year
$314
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.08 | $157 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.16 | $314 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.72 | $52.31 | $628 |
Illinois vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.86 per day, $26.16 per month, or $314 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.16 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.