Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 84% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $29.42 per month.
Per hour
4.0¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.97
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$29.42
88 kWh
Per year
$353
1,051 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.71 | $177 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.97 | $29.42 | $353 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.94 | $58.83 | $706 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.97 per day, $29.42 per month, or $353 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 84% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $29.42 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.