Cost to Run a Refrigerator in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $25.50 per month.
Per hour
3.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.84
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$25.50
109 kWh
Per year
$306
1,314 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.75 | $153 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.84 | $25.50 | $306 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.68 | $51.00 | $612 |
New Jersey vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.84 per day, $25.50 per month, or $306 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $25.50 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.