Cost to Run a Refrigerator in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $17.62 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.58
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.62
109 kWh
Per year
$212
1,314 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.81 | $106 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.62 | $212 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.16 | $35.24 | $423 |
New Mexico 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 Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.58 per day, $17.62 per month, or $212 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $17.62 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.