Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $18.65 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.61
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.65
66 kWh
Per year
$224
788 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.32 | $112 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.65 | $224 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.23 | $37.30 | $448 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.61 per day, $18.65 per month, or $224 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $18.65 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.