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Cost to run a refrigerator in District of Columbia
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$0.04/hour
Refrigerator at 150 W in District of Columbia (25.98¢/kWh) · $28.43/month at 24 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $0.04 | $1.18 | $14.22 |
| 2 h/day | $0.08 | $2.37 | $28.45 |
| 4 h/day | $0.16 | $4.74 | $56.90 |
| 8 h/day | $0.31 | $9.48 | $113.79 |
| 12 h/day | $0.47 | $14.22 | $170.69 |
| 24 h/day | $0.94 | $28.43 | $341.38 |
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.
Same appliance, nearby states
| State | ¢/kWh | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 25.98 | $28.43 |
| Vermont | 23.84 | $26.09 |
| Connecticut | 24.51 | $26.82 |
| New Jersey | 24.61 | $26.93 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $30.25 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $30.84 |
| New York | 28.65 | $31.35 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in District of Columbia?
At 150 W and 25.98¢/kWh: $0.04 per hour, $0.94 per day and $28.43 per month at 24 h/day.
How does District of Columbia compare with other states?
The same use costs $13.92/month in Nevada (cheapest) and $51.63/month in Hawaii (most expensive); the US average is $19.87.
Price: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (residential, August 2026 preliminary; released October 23, 2026).
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