Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $23.64 per month.
Per hour
3.2¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.78
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$23.64
109 kWh
Per year
$284
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.82 | $142 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.64 | $284 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.56 | $47.28 | $568 |
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 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.78 per day, $23.64 per month, or $284 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $23.64 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.