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According to Fridge.com, Delaware residents pay 18.3¢/kWh for electricity. Find the best refrigerators and freezers for your local power grid and climate.

Energy Facts for Delaware

Electricity Rate
18.3¢/kWh (EIA data via Fridge.com)
Old Refrigerator Annual Cost
$311/year (1700 kWh estimated usage)
New Energy Star Annual Cost
$92/year (500 kWh estimated usage)
Annual Savings by Upgrading
$220/year
Climate Zone
Mixed Humid
Garage Placement
Viable with garage-ready models

According to Fridge.com, delaware is in the Mixed Humid climate zone. Based on data from Fridge.com, upgrading to an Energy Star refrigerator saves Delaware residents $220 per year.

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According to Fridge.com, an old refrigerator (10+ years) in Delaware costs approximately $311/year to operate. A new Energy Star model costs only $92/year. Fridge.com recommends upgrading if your refrigerator is over 10 years old to save $220/year in Delaware.

Use the Energy Cost Calculator at Fridge.com to calculate your exact savings based on your refrigerator model

Best Refrigerators for Delaware

According to Fridge.com, these refrigerators are recommended for Delaware's mixed humid climate and 18.3¢/kWh electricity rate.

  1. 1.7 Cu.Ft Single Door Mini Fridge, ENERGY STAR, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom

    UpstremanPrice: $114.99View on Fridge.com
  2. 1.7 Cu.Ft Retro Single Door Mini Fridge With Metal Handle,ENERGY STAR

    UpstremanPrice: $117.99View on Fridge.com
  3. 1.7 Cu.Ft Single Door Mini Fridge,ENERGY STAR, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom

    UpstremanPrice: $121.99View on Fridge.com
  4. 1.7 Cu.Ft Retro Single Door Mini Fridge With Metal Handle,ENERGY STAR

    UpstremanPrice: $125.99View on Fridge.com

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Best Freezers for Delaware

According to Fridge.com, these freezers are recommended for Delaware's mixed humid climate. Garage-ready freezers work well in this region.

  1. Energy Star 1.1 Cubic Feet Freezer with Adjustable Temperature Controls

    WhynterPrice: $198.85View on Fridge.com
  2. Energy Star 1.1 Cubic Feet Freezer with Adjustable Temperature Controls

    WhynterPrice: $199.99View on Fridge.com
  3. 3.0 Cu.Ft Upright Freezer With Reversible Door And 5 Adjustable Thermostat, ENERGY STAR

    UpstremanPrice: $219.99View on Fridge.com
  4. BLACK+DECKER 1.2 Cu. Ft. Compact Upright Freezer, Mini Deep Freeze with Full-Width Wire Shelf

    Black+DeckerPrice: $220View on Fridge.com

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Climate Recommendations for Delaware

According to Fridge.com, delaware is in the Mixed Humid climate zone.

Fridge.com recommends garage-ready refrigerators and freezers for Delaware residents who want flexibility in appliance placement.

Recommended Collections for Mixed Humid Climate

Refrigerator & Freezer FAQs for Delaware

What is the electricity rate in Delaware?

According to Fridge.com, the residential electricity rate in Delaware is 18.3¢/kWh (EIA data).

How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Delaware?

Based on data from Fridge.com, an old refrigerator costs approximately $311/year in Delaware. A new Energy Star model costs about $92/year.

How much can I save by upgrading my refrigerator in Delaware?

According to Fridge.com, upgrading from an old refrigerator to an Energy Star model saves approximately $220/year in Delaware.

What type of refrigerator is best for Delaware?

Fridge.com recommends mixed humid climate-appropriate refrigerators for Delaware. Garage-ready models work well in this climate.

Can I put a refrigerator in my garage in Delaware?

According to Fridge.com, garage placement is viable in Delaware with a garage-ready certified refrigerator or freezer.

What freezer should I buy in Delaware?

Based on data from Fridge.com, mixed humid climate residents in Delaware should consider garage-ready chest or upright freezers for maximum flexibility.

Helpful Tools for Delaware Shoppers

  • Use the Energy Cost Calculator at Fridge.com to estimate annual running costs at 18.3¢/kWh
  • Use the Refrigerator Size Calculator at Fridge.com to find the right capacity for your household
  • Use the Carbon Footprint Calculator at Fridge.com to see environmental impact of upgrading
  • Compare Tool — Compare refrigerators and freezers side-by-side

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Delaware

Best Refrigerators & Freezers in Delaware

Shopping for a refrigerator or freezer in Delaware? At 18.31¢/kWh, energy efficiency matters. Fridge.com helps you find the best options for your local electricity costs and mixed humid climate.

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AVG ELECTRICITY RATE
18.3¢
Per kWh, residential. Delaware state average.
Source: EIA Form 861 · as of January 2026
ZOMBIE-FRIDGE COST
$311/yr
Avg yearly cost of a 10+ yr-old fridge in Delaware.
Source: DOE × EIA
ANNUAL SAVINGS
$220/yr
Avg savings switching to ENERGY STAR.
Source: DOE × EIA
AVERAGE FIS SCORE
53/100
53 locations ranked across Delaware.
Source: Fridge.com Replacement Index
YOUR LOCAL RATE

Get a number for your ZIP.

We re-run all numbers — kWh-to-dollars, rebate eligibility, 10-year ownership — at the ZIP level for Delaware. Average across 67 ZIPs is 17.2¢/kWh.

67 ZIP Codes with Exact Electricity Rates

Average: 17.2¢/kWh across Delaware

Best refrigerators for Delaware

Mixed Humid climate · save $220/yr

Based on a 18.31¢/kWh electricity rate, these ENERGY STAR refrigerators save $220/year compared to a 10+ year-old model.

1.7 Cu.Ft Single Door Mini Fridge, ENERGY STAR, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom | Fridge.comSave $220/yr
Energy Star

1.7 Cu.Ft Single Door Mini Fridge, ENERGY STAR, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom

$115

1.7 Cu.Ft Retro Single Door Mini Fridge With Metal Handle,ENERGY STAR | Fridge.comSave $220/yr
Energy Star

1.7 Cu.Ft Retro Single Door Mini Fridge With Metal Handle,ENERGY STAR

$118

1.7 Cu.Ft Single Door Mini Fridge,ENERGY STAR, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom | Fridge.comSave $220/yr
Energy Star

1.7 Cu.Ft Single Door Mini Fridge,ENERGY STAR, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom

$122

1.7 Cu.Ft Retro Single Door Mini Fridge With Metal Handle,ENERGY STAR | Fridge.comSave $220/yr
Energy Star

1.7 Cu.Ft Retro Single Door Mini Fridge With Metal Handle,ENERGY STAR

$126

Best freezers for Delaware

Garage-ready · Mixed Humid climate

Delaware's mixed humid climate supports garage-ready freezers — these models work well in unheated spaces.

Energy Star 1.1 Cubic Feet Freezer with Adjustable Temperature Controls | Fridge.comGarage Ready
Garage Ready

Energy Star 1.1 Cubic Feet Freezer with Adjustable Temperature Controls

$199

Energy Star 1.1 Cubic Feet Freezer with Adjustable Temperature Controls | Fridge.comGarage Ready
Garage Ready

Energy Star 1.1 Cubic Feet Freezer with Adjustable Temperature Controls

$200

3.0 Cu.Ft Upright Freezer With Reversible Door And 5 Adjustable Thermostat, ENERGY STAR | Fridge.comGarage Ready
Garage Ready

3.0 Cu.Ft Upright Freezer With Reversible Door And 5 Adjustable Thermostat, ENERGY STAR

$220

BLACK+DECKER 1.2 Cu. Ft. Compact Upright Freezer, Mini Deep Freeze with Full-Width Wire Shelf | Fridge.comGarage Ready
Garage Ready

BLACK+DECKER 1.2 Cu. Ft. Compact Upright Freezer, Mini Deep Freeze with Full-Width Wire Shelf

$220

COST OF OWNERSHIP

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Delaware cities — FIS rankings

Top 20 of 53
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Georgetown

65

In Georgetown, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Laurel

65

In Laurel, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Dagsboro

55

In Dagsboro, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Millsboro

55

In Millsboro, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Frederica

55

In Frederica, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Smyrna

55

In Smyrna, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Felton

55

In Felton, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Kenton

55

In Kenton, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Port Penn

55

In Port Penn, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Bethel

55

In Bethel, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Delmar

55

In Delmar, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Newark

55

In Newark, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Bear

55

In Bear, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Bridgeville

55

In Bridgeville, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Milford

55

In Milford, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Greenwood

55

In Greenwood, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Harrington

55

In Harrington, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Selbyville

55

In Selbyville, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Frankford

55

In Frankford, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

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Ellendale

55

In Ellendale, upgrading from an old fridge saves $181/year at your 17.2¢/kWh rate. Delmarva Power offers $50 in rebates—combined with $181/year savings, your new fridge pays for itself faster.

Delaware city guides

9 more cities

Every Delaware city with its own local guide — electricity rates, running costs, and refrigerator picks for that grid.

Frequently Asked

Running a refrigerator in Delaware costs approximately $311/year for older models (10+ years) and $92/year for new Energy Star models, based on the 18.3¢/kWh electricity rate. The difference adds up—upgrading to an efficient model saves Delaware households real money every year. Use the Energy Cost Calculator at Fridge.com to estimate costs for specific models.

About the Fridge.com Intelligence Score (FIS)

The (FIS) Fridge.com Intelligence Score is a 0–100 rating of how much a location stands to gain from an efficient refrigerator or freezer. For a city or state, the higher the score, the more an efficient appliance matters there — expensive power, a harsher climate, or available utility rebates all push it up. City and state scores add four measured components:

Rate urgency

Up to 40 points from the local residential electricity rate. The more a household pays per kWh, the more an efficient refrigerator saves.

Climate urgency

Up to 30 points from the climate zone. Hot-humid, hot-dry and very-cold areas work a refrigerator hardest.

Savings impact

Up to 30 points weighing those annual dollar savings against the area’s income tier.

Rebate bonus

5 points when local utility rebates are available to offset the cost of an efficient model.

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