Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $16.15 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.53
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.15
66 kWh
Per year
$194
788 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.08 | $96.97 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.53 | $16.15 | $194 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.06 | $32.31 | $388 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.53 per day, $16.15 per month, or $194 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.15 per month here versus $12.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.