Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $18.58 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.61
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.58
66 kWh
Per year
$223
788 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.29 | $112 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.58 | $223 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.22 | $37.17 | $446 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.61 per day, $18.58 per month, or $223 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $18.58 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.