Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $12.94 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.43
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.94
66 kWh
Per year
$155
788 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.47 | $77.66 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $12.94 | $155 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.87 | $311 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $12.94 per month, or $155 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.94 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.