Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $10.51 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.35
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.51
66 kWh
Per year
$126
788 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.25 | $63.07 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.51 | $126 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.69 | $21.01 | $252 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.35 per day, $10.51 per month, or $126 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $10.51 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.