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LG LRDNC1004*

Bottom Freezer · 10.8

Summary

The LG LRDNC1004* is a bottom freezer with 10.8 capacity that uses 339 kWh per year, costing approximately $54.24annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $542.40 in energy costs alone. It uses 22% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #2162 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $7.76 less per year than the category average of $62. At 23.5" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$54.24
per year to run
72
efficiency score /100
$542.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #2162 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$54.24 vs avg $62
$7.76/yr cheaper
Energy Use
339 kWh vs avg 385
46 kWh less
Efficiency Score
72 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use339 kWh/year
Federal Standard437 kWh/year
Better Than Standard22%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$54.24
Monthly Cost (estimated)$4.52
Capacity10.8
Width23.5"
Height67.8"
BrandLG
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2019-12-04

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$4.52
1 Year
$54.24
5 Years
$271.20
10 Years
$542.40

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 LG LRDNC1004* is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $54.24/year, you'll save approximately $77.60 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.