Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $16.35 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.54
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.35
66 kWh
Per year
$196
788 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.18 | $98.16 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.35 | $196 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.08 | $32.70 | $393 |
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 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.54 per day, $16.35 per month, or $196 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.35 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.