Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $14.71 per month.
Per hour
2.0¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.48
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.71
88 kWh
Per year
$177
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.35 | $88.30 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.71 | $177 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.97 | $29.42 | $353 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a upright freezer in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.48 per day, $14.71 per month, or $177 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $14.71 per month here versus $16.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.