Cost to Run a Refrigerator in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $17.29 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.57
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.29
109 kWh
Per year
$208
1,314 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.65 | $104 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.29 | $208 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.14 | $34.58 | $415 |
West 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.29 per month, or $208 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $17.29 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.