Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $14.18 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.47
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.18
66 kWh
Per year
$170
788 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.09 | $85.15 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.18 | $170 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.37 | $341 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.47 per day, $14.18 per month, or $170 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.18 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.