Refrigerator in St. Petersburg — $170/yr to Run (13.0¢/kWh)
Your refrigerator in St. Petersburg costs about $14/month at 13.0¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
St. Petersburg, FL Electricity Rate
13.0¢/kWh
Utility: Florida Power & Light
-0% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.47
3.6 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$14.20
109 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$170
1,314 kWh/yr
Lifetime (14yr)
$2,386
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in St. Petersburg
| Period | kWh | St. Petersburg Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 3.6 | $0.47 | $0.47 | $-0.00 |
| Weekly | 25.2 | $3.27 | $3.28 | $-0.01 |
| Monthly | 109.5 | $14.20 | $14.23 | $-0.03 |
| Quarterly | 328.5 | $42.61 | $42.70 | $-0.10 |
| Annual | 1314.0 | $170.43 | $170.82 | $-0.39 |
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Daily
$0.47
Monthly
$14.20
Annual
$170
14-Year
$2,386
Energy Saving Tips for Refrigerator in St. Petersburg
- ✓St. Petersburg has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓An ENERGY STAR Refrigerator in St. Petersburg saves ~$26/year compared to standard models.
- ✓A smart Refrigerator with scheduling optimization can save ~$17/year at St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg saves approximately $26/year at local rates — $358 over the appliance lifetime.
Highest-Cost Appliances in St. Petersburg, FL
See which appliances cost the most to run at St. Petersburg's 13.0¢/kWh electricity rate.
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$140.08/mo
Electric Furnace
HVAC · 10,000W
$1,167/yr
$97.28/mo
Electric Tankless Water Heater
Water Heating · 18,000W
$852/yr
$71.01/mo
EV Charger (Level 2)
Garage · 7,200W
$840/yr
$70.04/mo
Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$700/yr
$58.37/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$639/yr
$53.26/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$639/yr
$53.26/mo
Heat Pump
HVAC · 2,400W
$498/yr
$41.50/mo
Refrigerator Cost in Other Florida Cities
| City | Rate | Annual Cost | vs St. Petersburg |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Petersburg (current) | 13.0¢ | $170 | — |
| Jacksonville | 14.3¢ | $188 | +$18 |
| Miami | 14.7¢ | $193 | +$22 |
| Tampa | 14.4¢ | $190 | +$19 |
| Orlando | 13.6¢ | $179 | +$9 |
| Hialeah | 13.1¢ | $172 | +$1 |
| Port St. Lucie | 15.5¢ | $204 | +$33 |
| Tallahassee | 14.6¢ | $192 | +$21 |
| Cape Coral | 13.7¢ | $180 | +$9 |
Refrigerator Energy Cost FAQ — St. Petersburg, FL
Understanding Refrigerator Energy Costs in St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg is a mid-sized Florida city where residential electricity rates from Florida Power & Light are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Refrigerator (150W) at St. Petersburg's rate of 13.0¢/kWh costs approximately $170 per year — $0 less than the national average of $171.
Rates in St. Petersburg are close to the national average, so the Refrigerator's annual cost of $170 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 14-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $2,386.
With a cost of living index of 104, St. Petersburg is near the national median. The Refrigerator's monthly cost of $14.20 represents a typical share of the average St. Petersburg electric bill of $155/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Refrigerator can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $26 per year at St. Petersburg rates.
St. Petersburg's moderate climate (avg 65.6°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Refrigerator produces approximately 0.36 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg.
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