Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $14.51 per month.
Per hour
2.0¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.48
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.51
66 kWh
Per year
$174
788 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.26 | $87.12 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.51 | $174 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.95 | $29.02 | $348 |
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 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.48 per day, $14.51 per month, or $174 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 $14.51 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.