Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $21.34 per month.
Per hour
2.9¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.70
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$21.34
109 kWh
Per year
$256
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.67 | $128 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.34 | $256 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.40 | $42.68 | $512 |
Ohio vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.70 per day, $21.34 per month, or $256 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $21.34 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.