Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $15.87 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.52
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$15.87
109 kWh
Per year
$191
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.93 | $95.26 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.87 | $191 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.74 | $381 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.52 per day, $15.87 per month, or $191 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $15.87 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.