Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $11.03 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.36
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.03
66 kWh
Per year
$132
788 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.52 | $66.23 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $11.03 | $132 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.73 | $22.06 | $265 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a chest freezer in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $11.03 per month, or $132 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $11.03 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.