Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $24.86 per month.
Per hour
3.4¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.82
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$24.86
88 kWh
Per year
$299
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.43 | $149 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.86 | $299 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.64 | $49.73 | $597 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.82 per day, $24.86 per month, or $299 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $24.86 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.