Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 48% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $23.90 per month.
Per hour
3.3¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.79
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$23.90
88 kWh
Per year
$287
1,051 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.95 | $143 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.79 | $23.90 | $287 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.57 | $47.80 | $574 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.79 per day, $23.90 per month, or $287 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 48% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $23.90 per month here versus $16.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.