Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $32.28 per month.
Per hour
4.4¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.06
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$32.28
109 kWh
Per year
$388
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.53 | $16.14 | $194 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.06 | $32.28 | $388 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.12 | $64.57 | $775 |
Massachusetts vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.06 per day, $32.28 per month, or $388 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $32.28 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.