Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $23.75 per month.
Per hour
3.3¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.78
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$23.75
109 kWh
Per year
$285
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.87 | $143 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.75 | $285 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.56 | $47.50 | $570 |
Pennsylvania vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.78 per day, $23.75 per month, or $285 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $23.75 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.