Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $18.28 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.60
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.28
109 kWh
Per year
$219
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.14 | $110 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.28 | $219 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.20 | $36.55 | $439 |
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 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.60 per day, $18.28 per month, or $219 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $18.28 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.