Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $10.70 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.35
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.70
66 kWh
Per year
$129
788 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.35 | $64.25 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.70 | $129 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.41 | $257 |
Georgia 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 Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.35 per day, $10.70 per month, or $129 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $10.70 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.