Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $17.99 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.59
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.99
66 kWh
Per year
$216
788 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.00 | $108 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.99 | $216 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.98 | $432 |
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 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.99 per month, or $216 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.99 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.