Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $12.61 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.41
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.61
88 kWh
Per year
$151
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.30 | $75.69 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.61 | $151 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.83 | $25.21 | $303 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.41 per day, $12.61 per month, or $151 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $12.61 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.