Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $15.69 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.52
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$15.69
66 kWh
Per year
$188
788 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.85 | $94.21 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.69 | $188 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.03 | $31.39 | $377 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.52 per day, $15.69 per month, or $188 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $15.69 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.