Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $12.80 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.42
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.80
66 kWh
Per year
$154
788 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.40 | $76.87 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.80 | $154 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.84 | $25.61 | $307 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.42 per day, $12.80 per month, or $154 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.80 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.