Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $10.37 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.34
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.37
66 kWh
Per year
$125
788 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.19 | $62.28 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.37 | $125 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.68 | $20.75 | $249 |
Kansas 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 Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.34 per day, $10.37 per month, or $125 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $10.37 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.