Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $16.81 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.55
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.81
88 kWh
Per year
$202
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.40 | $101 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.81 | $202 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.11 | $33.62 | $404 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.55 per day, $16.81 per month, or $202 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.81 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.