Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $20.90 per month.
Per hour
2.9¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.69
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$20.90
109 kWh
Per year
$251
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.45 | $125 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.69 | $20.90 | $251 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.38 | $41.81 | $502 |
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 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.69 per day, $20.90 per month, or $251 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $20.90 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.