Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $16.20 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.53
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.20
88 kWh
Per year
$194
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.10 | $97.24 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.53 | $16.20 | $194 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.07 | $32.39 | $389 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.53 per day, $16.20 per month, or $194 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $16.20 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.