Compact Refrigerator

Marvel MR#24-D#1A family: $41 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 227 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $41 a year and $495 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #553 of 1440 compact refrigerator models for running cost.

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Per year (U.S. avg)

$41

Over 12 years

$495

Saves vs the federal minimum

$14/yr

Size

5.1 cu ft

Where to buy

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Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year

$41

Electricity over 12 years

$495

Add the price you pay

+ $495

227 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

Or see every compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.

Fisher & Paykel RS2435SB series	4.6 cu ft	$19/yr	saves $264
Liebherr UR3750	4.7 cu ft	$21/yr	saves $244
Liebherr UR3650	4.4 cu ft	$23/yr	saves $223
Liebherr URP3653	4.1 cu ft	$23/yr	saves $223

Specs

Brand	Marvel
Model	MR#24-D#1A
Type	Compact Refrigerator
Energy use	227 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type	306 kWh / year
Width	24 in
Features	Counter depth

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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