Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $9.13 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.30
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.13
66 kWh
Per year
$110
788 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.56 | $54.79 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.13 | $110 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.25 | $219 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $9.13 per month, or $110 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $9.13 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.