Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 22¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 20% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $24.08 per month.
Per hour
3.3¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.79
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$24.08
109 kWh
Per year
$289
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.04 | $145 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.79 | $24.08 | $289 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.58 | $48.15 | $578 |
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 22¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.79 per day, $24.08 per month, or $289 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 20% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $24.08 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 22¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.