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Cost to run a refrigerator
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$0.03/hour
Refrigerator at 150 W and 17¢ per kWh · 3.60 kWh per day at 24 h/day
Your refrigerator
A modern fridge averages about 100-200 W over a day (around 1-2 kWh/day) because the compressor cycles; the label running wattage is higher.
Running cost by electricity price (150 W, 24 h/day)
| Price/kWh | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10¢ | $0.015 | $0.36 | $10.94 | $131 |
| 13¢ | $0.019 | $0.47 | $14.23 | $171 |
| 15¢ | $0.022 | $0.54 | $16.42 | $197 |
| 17¢ | $0.025 | $0.61 | $18.60 | $223 |
| 20¢ | $0.030 | $0.72 | $21.89 | $263 |
| 25¢ | $0.037 | $0.90 | $27.36 | $328 |
| 30¢ | $0.045 | $1.08 | $32.83 | $394 |
| 35¢ | $0.052 | $1.26 | $38.30 | $460 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator?
At 150 W for 24 hours a day and 17¢/kWh: about $0.03 per hour, $0.61 per day and $18.60 per month.
How many watts does a refrigerator use?
A modern fridge averages about 100-200 W over a day (around 1-2 kWh/day) because the compressor cycles; the label running wattage is higher.
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