Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $19.04 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.63
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$19.04
109 kWh
Per year
$229
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.52 | $114 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.04 | $229 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.25 | $38.09 | $457 |
Virginia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.63 per day, $19.04 per month, or $229 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $19.04 per month here versus $20.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.