Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $14.31 per month.
Per hour
2.0¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.47
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.31
66 kWh
Per year
$172
788 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.16 | $85.94 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.31 | $172 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.94 | $28.63 | $344 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.47 per day, $14.31 per month, or $172 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.31 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.