Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $31.08 per month.
Per hour
4.3¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.02
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$31.08
109 kWh
Per year
$373
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.54 | $187 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.02 | $31.08 | $373 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.04 | $62.16 | $746 |
Maine vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.02 per day, $31.08 per month, or $373 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $31.08 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.