Cost to Run a Refrigerator in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $32.72 per month.
Per hour
4.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.08
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$32.72
109 kWh
Per year
$393
1,314 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.36 | $196 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.08 | $32.72 | $393 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.15 | $65.45 | $786 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.08 per day, $32.72 per month, or $393 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $32.72 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.