Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $13.13 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.43
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$13.13
88 kWh
Per year
$158
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.57 | $78.84 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.13 | $158 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.27 | $315 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $13.13 per month, or $158 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $13.13 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.