Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $10.83 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.36
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.83
66 kWh
Per year
$130
788 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.42 | $65.04 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.83 | $130 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.67 | $260 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $10.83 per month, or $130 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $10.83 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.