Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $14.88 per month.
Per hour
2.0¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.49
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.88
88 kWh
Per year
$179
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.44 | $89.35 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.88 | $179 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.77 | $357 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $14.88 per month, or $179 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $14.88 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.