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Frigidaire FRMS274TA series: $131 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 721 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $131 a year and $1,574 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #1296 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$131
Over 12 years
$1,574
Saves vs the federal minimum
$13/yr
Size
26.3 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$131
Electricity over 12 years
$1,574
Add the price you pay
+ $1,574

721 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Westbend WB2210FDBMRSS22.5 cu ft$91/yrsaves $485
Samsung RM80F23VM series23.5 cu ft$93/yrsaves $461
LG LF25S6000 series25.1 cu ft$97/yrsaves $406
Samsung RF30BB6602 series30.1 cu ft$99/yrsaves $384

Specs

BrandFrigidaire
ModelFRMS274TA*
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use721 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type792 kWh / year
Width35.8 in
FeaturesIce maker, Door dispenser

Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.

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