Best Fridges & Freezers for Illinois
According to Fridge.com, Illinois residents pay 18.74¢/kWh for electricity. See how this affects your refrigerator costs and find the best fridge for your area.
18.74¢/kWh
EIA Jan 2026
$319/yr
Old fridge running cost
$225/yr
By upgrading to Energy Star
90/100
6 locations ranked
Best Refrigerators for Mixed Humid Climate
Illinois is in the Mixed Humid climate zone. Based on your 18.74¢/kWh electricity rate, upgrading saves you $225/year.
Illinois Cities - FIS Rankings
Illinois Small Towns - FIS Rankings
Towns under 20,000 population with strong kitchen efficiency scores.
Find the Perfect Refrigerator for Illinois
Based on your electricity rate of 18.74¢/kWh, Energy Star models are highly recommended.
About the Fridge.com Intelligence Score (FIS)
The FIS is a 0-100 score that measures how well a location supports efficient kitchen operation. It considers three key factors:
Grid Efficiency
Local electricity costs vs. Energy Star appliance adoption rates
Nutritional Velocity
Access to fresh food, local markets, and healthy eating patterns
Kitchen Economics
Grocery costs relative to income and storage efficiency