How Much Does It Cost to Run Wine Fridge?
A wine fridge holds a tighter temperature than a kitchen fridge and runs around the clock for it. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running a wine fridge costs about $12.03/month ($144.36/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run a wine fridge
$144/yr
- Per day
- $0.40
- Per month
- $12.03
- Energy per year
- 876 kWh
Cost = power (kW) × hours × days × your rate. Defaults are typical values — enter your appliance's actual watts (often on a label) and your real rate for a precise figure.
Cost to run a wine fridge by electricity rate
Same 100 W appliance, 24 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $8.40 | $100.83 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $12.03 | $144.36 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $31.29 | $375.45 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
Frequently asked questions
At the US-average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh, a wine fridge drawing 100 watts for about 24 hours a day costs roughly $0.40 per day, $12.03 per month, and $144.36 per year. Your actual cost depends on your electricity rate and how much you use it — adjust both in the calculator above.
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