Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $27.25 per month.
Per hour
3.7¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.90
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$27.25
109 kWh
Per year
$327
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.63 | $164 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.90 | $27.25 | $327 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.79 | $54.50 | $654 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.90 per day, $27.25 per month, or $327 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $27.25 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.