Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $8.40 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.28
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.40
66 kWh
Per year
$101
788 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.20 | $50.46 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.40 | $101 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.81 | $202 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.40 per month, or $101 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $8.40 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.