Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $8.34 per month.
Per hour
1.1¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.27
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.34
66 kWh
Per year
$100
788 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.17 | $50.06 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.34 | $100 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.68 | $200 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.34 per month, or $100 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $8.34 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.