Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge in Tempe — $100/yr to Run (13.5¢/kWh)

Your wine cooler / beverage fridge in Tempe costs about $8/month at 13.5¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Tempe, AZ Electricity Rate

13.5¢/kWh

Utility: Arizona Public Service

+4% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.27

2.0 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$8.36

62 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$100

745 kWh/yr

Lifetime (10yr)

$1,003

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tempe

PeriodkWhTempe CostNational AvgDifference
Daily2.0$0.27$0.27+$0.01
Weekly14.3$1.92$1.86+$0.07
Monthly62.1$8.36$8.07+$0.29
Quarterly186.2$25.07$24.20+$0.87
Annual744.6$100.30$96.80+$3.50

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Daily

$0.27

Monthly

$8.36

Annual

$100

10-Year

$1,003

Energy Saving Tips for Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge in Tempe

  • Tempe electricity rates are 4% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • An ENERGY STAR Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge in Tempe saves ~$10/year compared to standard models.
  • Keep away from heat sources
  • Set to appropriate wine temperature
  • Dont open door frequently

ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge in Tempe saves approximately $10/year at local rates — $100 over the appliance lifetime.

Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge Cost in Other Arizona Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Tempe
Tempe (current)13.5¢$100
Phoenix14.0¢$104+$4
Tucson13.8¢$103+$3
Mesa12.2¢$91$-9
Chandler14.1¢$105+$4
Gilbert13.0¢$97$-3
Glendale12.7¢$94$-6
Scottsdale14.1¢$105+$5
Peoria13.4¢$100$-0

Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge Energy Cost FAQ — Tempe, AZ

Understanding Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge Energy Costs in Tempe, AZ

Tempe is a mid-sized Arizona city where residential electricity rates from Arizona Public Service are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge (85W) at Tempe's rate of 13.5¢/kWh costs approximately $100 per year — $3 more than the national average of $97.

Tempe rates are 4% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $3 per year to Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge operating costs. Over the appliance's 10-year lifespan, that's $35 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

Tempe's cost of living index of 94 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge adds $8.36/month to a typical bill of $130. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge can cut energy use by up to 10%, saving approximately $10 per year at Tempe rates.

Tempe's moderate climate (avg 65°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Wine Cooler / Beverage Fridge produces approximately 0.14 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tempe 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 Tempe.

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