Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $12.74 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.42
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.74
66 kWh
Per year
$153
788 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.37 | $76.47 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.74 | $153 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.84 | $25.48 | $306 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.74 per month, or $153 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.74 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.