Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $20.03 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.66
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$20.03
66 kWh
Per year
$240
788 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.01 | $120 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.66 | $20.03 | $240 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.32 | $40.06 | $481 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.66 per day, $20.03 per month, or $240 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $20.03 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.