Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $26.05 per month.
Per hour
3.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.86
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$26.05
109 kWh
Per year
$313
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.02 | $156 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.05 | $313 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.71 | $52.09 | $625 |
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 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.86 per day, $26.05 per month, or $313 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.05 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.