Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $19.59 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.64
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$19.59
109 kWh
Per year
$235
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.79 | $118 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.59 | $235 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.29 | $39.18 | $470 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.64 per day, $19.59 per month, or $235 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $19.59 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.