Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $30.97 per month.
Per hour
4.2¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$1.02
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$30.97
109 kWh
Per year
$372
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.49 | $186 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.02 | $30.97 | $372 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.04 | $61.94 | $744 |
Rhode Island vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $1.02 per day, $30.97 per month, or $372 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $30.97 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.