Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $17.95 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.59
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.95
88 kWh
Per year
$215
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.95 | $215 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.90 | $431 |
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 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.95 per month, or $215 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.95 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.