Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $23.81 per month.
Per hour
3.3¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.78
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$23.81
88 kWh
Per year
$286
1,051 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.91 | $143 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.81 | $286 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.57 | $47.63 | $572 |
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 27.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.78 per day, $23.81 per month, or $286 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $23.81 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.