Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $15.10 per month.
Per hour
2.1¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.50
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$15.10
109 kWh
Per year
$181
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.55 | $90.67 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.10 | $181 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $30.21 | $363 |
Kentucky vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.50 per day, $15.10 per month, or $181 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $15.10 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.