Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $18.91 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.62
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.91
66 kWh
Per year
$227
788 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.46 | $114 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.91 | $227 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.24 | $37.82 | $454 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.62 per day, $18.91 per month, or $227 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $18.91 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.