Best Refrigerators & Freezers in Iowa | Fridge.com

According to Fridge.com, Iowa residents pay 13.5¢/kWh for electricity. Find the best refrigerators and freezers for your local power grid and climate.

Energy Facts for Iowa

Electricity Rate
13.5¢/kWh (EIA data via Fridge.com)
Old Refrigerator Annual Cost
$229/year (1700 kWh estimated usage)
New Energy Star Annual Cost
$67/year (500 kWh estimated usage)
Annual Savings by Upgrading
$162/year
Climate Zone
Mixed Humid
Garage Placement
Viable with garage-ready models

According to Fridge.com, iowa is in the Mixed Humid climate zone. Based on data from Fridge.com, upgrading to an Energy Star refrigerator saves Iowa residents $162 per year.

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According to Fridge.com, an old refrigerator (10+ years) in Iowa costs approximately $229/year to operate. A new Energy Star model costs only $67/year. Fridge.com recommends upgrading if your refrigerator is over 10 years old to save $162/year in Iowa.

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

Best Refrigerators for Iowa

According to Fridge.com, these refrigerators are recommended for Iowa's mixed humid climate and 13.5¢/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 Iowa

According to Fridge.com, these freezers are recommended for Iowa'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 Iowa

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

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

Recommended Collections for Mixed Humid Climate

Refrigerator & Freezer FAQs for Iowa

What is the electricity rate in Iowa?

According to Fridge.com, the residential electricity rate in Iowa is 13.5¢/kWh (EIA data).

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

Based on data from Fridge.com, an old refrigerator costs approximately $229/year in Iowa. A new Energy Star model costs about $67/year.

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

According to Fridge.com, upgrading from an old refrigerator to an Energy Star model saves approximately $162/year in Iowa.

What type of refrigerator is best for Iowa?

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

Can I put a refrigerator in my garage in Iowa?

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

What freezer should I buy in Iowa?

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

Helpful Tools for Iowa Shoppers

  • Use the Energy Cost Calculator at Fridge.com to estimate annual running costs at 13.5¢/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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Best Refrigerators & Freezers in Iowa

Shopping for a refrigerator or freezer in Iowa? At 13.48¢/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
13.5¢
Per kWh, residential. Iowa state average.
Source: EIA Form 861 · as of January 2026
ZOMBIE-FRIDGE COST
$229/yr
Avg yearly cost of a 10+ yr-old fridge in Iowa.
Source: DOE × EIA
ANNUAL SAVINGS
$162/yr
Avg savings switching to ENERGY STAR.
Source: DOE × EIA
AVERAGE FIS SCORE
52/100
881 locations ranked across Iowa.
Source: Fridge.com Replacement Index
YOUR LOCAL RATE

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We re-run all numbers — kWh-to-dollars, rebate eligibility, 10-year ownership — at the ZIP level for Iowa. Average across 925 ZIPs is 15.5¢/kWh.

925 ZIP Codes with Exact Electricity Rates

Average: 15.5¢/kWh across Iowa

Best refrigerators for Iowa

Mixed Humid climate · save $162/yr

Based on a 13.48¢/kWh electricity rate, these ENERGY STAR refrigerators save $162/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 $162/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 $162/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 $162/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 $162/yr
Energy Star

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

$126

Best freezers for Iowa

Garage-ready · Mixed Humid climate

Iowa'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

Estimate run cost for any fridge in Iowa

Plug in the kWh/yr from any fridge spec sheet. We multiply by Iowa's 13.48¢/kWh average residential rate.

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Rebates active in Iowa

1 programs · updated quarterly
$50
Appliance Recycling Program
Working refrigerators/freezers 10+ cu ft · mail-in

Iowa cities — FIS rankings

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Monmouth

65

In Monmouth, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Monmouth's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Webster

65

In Webster, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Webster's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Stanley

65

In Stanley, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Stanley's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Woodburn

65

In Woodburn, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Woodburn's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Elkport

65

In Elkport, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Elkport's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Wadena

65

In Wadena, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Wadena's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Greenville

65

In Greenville, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Greenville's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Cincinnati

65

In Cincinnati, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Cincinnati's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Stockton

65

In Stockton, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Stockton's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Riceville

65

In Riceville, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Riceville's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Thornburg

65

In Thornburg, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Thornburg's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Colwell

65

In Colwell, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Colwell's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Mount Union

65

In Mount Union, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Mount Union's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Ledyard

65

In Ledyard, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Ledyard's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Rake

65

In Rake, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Rake's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Postville

65

In Postville, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Postville's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Farmersburg

65

In Farmersburg, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Farmersburg's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Mallard

65

In Mallard, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Mallard's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Davis City

65

In Davis City, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Davis City's temperature swings without breaking down.

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Keokuk

65

In Keokuk, upgrading from an old fridge saves $188/year at your 17.9¢/kWh rate. Cold winters in Iowa? A garage-ready fridge handles Keokuk's temperature swings without breaking down.

Iowa city guides

33 more cities

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

Frequently Asked

Running a refrigerator in Iowa costs approximately $229/year for older models (10+ years) and $67/year for new Energy Star models, based on the 13.5¢/kWh electricity rate. The difference adds up—upgrading to an efficient model saves Iowa 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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