Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $9.78 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.32
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.78
66 kWh
Per year
$117
788 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.89 | $58.74 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.78 | $117 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.57 | $235 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.78 per month, or $117 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $9.78 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.