Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $12.15 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.40
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.15
66 kWh
Per year
$146
788 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.07 | $72.93 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.15 | $146 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.30 | $292 |
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 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.40 per day, $12.15 per month, or $146 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $12.15 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.