Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Oklahoma
Oklahoma's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $14.56 per month.
Per hour
2.0¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.48
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.56
109 kWh
Per year
$175
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Oklahoma
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.28 | $87.38 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.56 | $175 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.11 | $350 |
Oklahoma vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Oklahoma?
At Oklahoma's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.48 per day, $14.56 per month, or $175 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Oklahoma more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oklahoma's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $14.56 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oklahoma right now?
Oklahoma residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.