Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $10.11 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.33
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.11
66 kWh
Per year
$121
788 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.06 | $60.71 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.11 | $121 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.22 | $243 |
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 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $10.11 per month, or $121 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $10.11 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.