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KitchenAid KBBX104***

Bottom Freezer · 9.2

Summary

The KitchenAid KBBX104*** is a bottom freezer with 9.2 capacity that uses 336 kWh per year, costing approximately $53.76annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $537.60 in energy costs alone. It uses 23% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #2151 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $8.24 less per year than the category average of $62. At 21.3" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$53.76
per year to run
73
efficiency score /100
$537.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #2151 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$53.76 vs avg $62
$8.24/yr cheaper
Energy Use
336 kWh vs avg 385
49 kWh less
Efficiency Score
73 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use336 kWh/year
Federal Standard439 kWh/year
Better Than Standard23%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$53.76
Monthly Cost (estimated)$4.48
Capacity9.2
Width21.3"
Height69.5"
BrandKitchenAid
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2015-05-18

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$4.48
1 Year
$53.76
5 Years
$268.80
10 Years
$537.60

Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.

What This Means for You

The KitchenAid KBBX104*** is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $53.76/year, you'll save approximately $82.40 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a refrigerator. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.