Refrigerator Electricity Cost in Minnesota — $16.18/month (2026)

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FAQ

How many watts does a refrigerator use?

Most refrigerator units fall between 100 W and 250 W, with 150 W as a typical value for estimates.

What is the refrigerator wattage?

Our calculator uses 150 W as the typical wattage, within a reported range of 100–250 W.

How many kWh does a refrigerator use per day in Minnesota?

At 24 hours/day and 150 W, the estimate is about 3.60 kWh per day.

How many kWh does a refrigerator use per month in Minnesota?

Using 24 hours/day, the estimate is about 108.0 kWh per month.

How many kWh does a refrigerator use per hour?

Per hour, refrigerator uses about 0.150 kWh (at 150 W).

How much does it cost to run a refrigerator per day in Minnesota?

At typical use (150 W and 24 hours/day), the estimate is about $0.54/day at roughly $0.150/kWh.

How much does it cost to run a refrigerator per month in Minnesota?

At typical use (150 W and 24 hours/day), the estimate is about $16.18/month at roughly $0.150/kWh.

How much does it cost to run a refrigerator per hour in Minnesota?

Running for one hour at 150 W costs about $0.022 per hour (using the Minnesota rate of about $0.150/kWh).

What is the refrigerator electricity cost per month in Minnesota?

For typical use, the calculator estimates about $16.18/month for refrigerator in Minnesota.

How much does refrigerator add to my electric bill in Minnesota?

At the typical Minnesota residential rate, the estimate is about 108.0 kWh per month, which corresponds to roughly $16.18/month for refrigerator.

What is the impact on electric bill of refrigerator in Minnesota?

Compared to the U.S. average, Minnesota is about 17% lower for this estimate. Monthly cost is about $16.18 in Minnesota vs $19.42 at the national average.

How to reduce refrigerator electricity cost in Minnesota?

Start with practical steps from our tips list (e.g., Choose ENERGY STAR or high-efficiency models when replacing this appliance.). Smaller changes reduce kWh usage, which reduces the bill at your local rate.

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Est. monthly at Minnesota rate ($0.150/kWh)