Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $18.52 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.61
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.52
66 kWh
Per year
$222
788 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.26 | $111 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.52 | $222 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.22 | $37.03 | $445 |
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 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.61 per day, $18.52 per month, or $222 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $18.52 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.