Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $9.85 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.32
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.85
66 kWh
Per year
$118
788 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.92 | $59.13 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.85 | $118 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.70 | $237 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.85 per month, or $118 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $9.85 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.