Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $9.26 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.30
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.26
66 kWh
Per year
$111
788 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.63 | $55.58 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.26 | $111 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.52 | $222 |
New Mexico 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 Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $9.26 per month, or $111 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $9.26 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.