How Much Does a Second refrigerator Cost to Run? (2026 Calculator)
Typical setup: 150 W · 24 h/day · $0.180/kWh
Daily
$0.65
Monthly
$19.42
Yearly
$236.23
Quick rate
Daily cost
$0.65
Monthly cost
$19.42
+$0.00 vs typical
Yearly cost
$236.23
kWh / month
108.0 kWh
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A typical second refrigerator uses about 150 W and costs about $0.60/day or $18.14/month at the U.S. average rate of $0.17/kWh, assuming 24 hours of use per day. At the same rate, costs range from about $0.40/day (100 W) to $1.01/day (250 W).
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Quickly spot cheapest, highest, and near-average monthly costs.
Top 10 cheapest
Top 10 highest
- Hawaii $42.97
- Massachusetts $33.65
- Maine $33.19
- California $32.71
- Rhode Island $32.55
- New York $30.64
- Connecticut $30.56
- New Hampshire $28.43
- Alaska $27.56
- District of Columbia $25.62
Cost by state (monthly)
At typical 150 W and 24 h/day. Rates from our dataset (see methodology ). Open a state for a dedicated calculator page.
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ad-after-state-table Wattage range
| Level | Watts | Est. monthly @ avg rate |
|---|---|---|
| Low | 100 W | $12.94 |
| Typical | 150 W | $19.42 |
| High | 250 W | $32.36 |
Energy saving tips
- Choose ENERGY STAR or high-efficiency models when replacing this appliance.
- Check and adjust temperature or power settings to the recommended levels.
- Keep the appliance well maintained so it can run efficiently.
- Keep the door closed as much as possible and avoid overfilling.
- Clean condenser coils regularly and leave space around the appliance for airflow.
FAQ
- Most second refrigerator units fall between 100 W and 250 W, with 150 W as a typical operating value for estimates.
- Our estimates use 150 W as the typical wattage, within a reported range of 100–250 W.
- At typical use (24 hours/day at 150 W), the estimate is about 3.60 kWh/day and 108.0 kWh/month at the U.S. average rate.
- With 24 hours/day and 150 W, this appliance uses about 3.60 kWh per day.
- At 24 hours/day, the monthly estimate is about 108.0 kWh per month.
- Per hour, the typical draw is about 0.150 kWh (at 150 W).
- At the U.S. average electricity rate of $0.17/kWh, the typical daily cost is about $0.60/day for 24 hours/day.
- At the U.S. average electricity rate of $0.17/kWh, the typical monthly cost is about $18.14/month at 24 hours/day.
- Running for one hour at 150 W costs about $0.03/hour (using 0.17 $/kWh as the U.S. average).
- With typical use (24 hours/day at 150 W), the estimate is about $0.60/day or $18.14/month at the U.S. average rate.
- The estimate is about 108.0 kWh per month, which corresponds to roughly $18.14/month at the U.S. average rate. Your real bill depends on your rate and runtime.
- Use energy-saving tips tailored to this appliance. For example: Choose ENERGY STAR or high-efficiency models when replacing this appliance. — reducing kWh reduces the bill at your local rate.