Refrigerator in Cleveland — $189/yr to Run (14.4¢/kWh)

Your refrigerator in Cleveland costs about $16/month at 14.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Cleveland, OH Electricity Rate

14.4¢/kWh

Utility: Cleveland Public Power / FirstEnergy

+11% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.52

3.6 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$15.77

109 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$189

1,314 kWh/yr

Lifetime (14yr)

$2,649

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Cleveland

PeriodkWhCleveland CostNational AvgDifference
Daily3.6$0.52$0.47+$0.05
Weekly25.2$3.63$3.28+$0.35
Monthly109.5$15.77$14.23+$1.53
Quarterly328.5$47.30$42.70+$4.60
Annual1314.0$189.22$170.82+$18.40

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Daily

$0.52

Monthly

$15.77

Annual

$189

14-Year

$2,649

Energy Saving Tips for Refrigerator in Cleveland

  • Cleveland electricity rates are 11% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • An ENERGY STAR Refrigerator in Cleveland saves ~$28/year compared to standard models.
  • A smart Refrigerator with scheduling optimization can save ~$19/year at Cleveland rates.
  • Set temperature to 37F fridge, 0F freezer
  • Clean condenser coils yearly
  • Keep it full for efficiency

ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Refrigerator in Cleveland saves approximately $28/year at local rates — $397 over the appliance lifetime.

Refrigerator Cost in Other Ohio Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Cleveland
Cleveland (current)14.4¢$189
Columbus12.8¢$169$-20
Cincinnati15.6¢$205+$16
Toledo12.9¢$170$-19
Akron13.5¢$177$-12
Dayton15.7¢$206+$17
Parma11.4¢$149$-40
Canton12.9¢$169$-20
Lorain12.1¢$159$-30

Refrigerator Energy Cost FAQ — Cleveland, OH

Understanding Refrigerator Energy Costs in Cleveland, OH

Cleveland is a mid-sized Ohio city where residential electricity rates from Cleveland Public Power / FirstEnergy are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Refrigerator (150W) at Cleveland's rate of 14.4¢/kWh costs approximately $189 per year — $18 more than the national average of $171.

Cleveland rates are 11% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $18 per year to Refrigerator operating costs. Over the appliance's 14-year lifespan, that's $258 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

With a cost of living index of 97, Cleveland is near the national median. The Refrigerator's monthly cost of $15.77 represents a typical share of the average Cleveland electric bill of $104/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Refrigerator can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $28 per year at Cleveland rates.

Cleveland's moderate climate (avg 53.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Refrigerator produces approximately 0.36 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Cleveland residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Cleveland.

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