Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $17.47 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.57
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.47
66 kWh
Per year
$210
788 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.73 | $105 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.47 | $210 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.15 | $34.93 | $419 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.47 per month, or $210 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.47 per month here versus $12.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.