Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $8.93 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.29
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.93
66 kWh
Per year
$107
788 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.47 | $53.61 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.93 | $107 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.86 | $214 |
North Dakota 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 North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.93 per month, or $107 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $8.93 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.