Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $11.16 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.37
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.16
66 kWh
Per year
$134
788 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.58 | $67.01 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.16 | $134 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.73 | $22.33 | $268 |
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 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.37 per day, $11.16 per month, or $134 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $11.16 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.