Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 46.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 148% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $30.60 per month.
Per hour
4.2¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$1.01
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$30.60
66 kWh
Per year
$367
788 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.30 | $184 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.01 | $30.60 | $367 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.01 | $61.20 | $735 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 46.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $1.01 per day, $30.60 per month, or $367 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 148% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $30.60 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 46.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.