Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $21.56 per month.
Per hour
3.0¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.71
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$21.56
109 kWh
Per year
$259
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.78 | $129 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.56 | $259 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.12 | $518 |
Wisconsin vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.71 per day, $21.56 per month, or $259 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $21.56 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.