Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $14.99 per month.
Per hour
2.1¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.49
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.99
109 kWh
Per year
$180
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.50 | $90.01 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.99 | $180 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $29.99 | $360 |
Tennessee vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $14.99 per month, or $180 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $14.99 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.