Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 23.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 26% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $25.28 per month.
Per hour
3.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.83
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$25.28
109 kWh
Per year
$304
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.64 | $152 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.83 | $25.28 | $304 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.66 | $50.56 | $607 |
Michigan vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Michigan?
At Michigan's current average residential rate of 23.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.83 per day, $25.28 per month, or $304 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 26% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $25.28 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 23.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.