Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $9.52 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.31
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.52
66 kWh
Per year
$114
788 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.76 | $57.16 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.52 | $114 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.04 | $229 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.31 per day, $9.52 per month, or $114 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $9.52 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.