Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $26.92 per month.
Per hour
3.7¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.89
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$26.92
109 kWh
Per year
$323
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.46 | $162 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $26.92 | $323 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.84 | $646 |
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 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.89 per day, $26.92 per month, or $323 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.92 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.