Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $20.40 per month.
Per hour
2.8¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.67
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$20.40
88 kWh
Per year
$245
1,051 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.20 | $122 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.40 | $245 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.34 | $40.80 | $490 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.67 per day, $20.40 per month, or $245 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $20.40 per month here versus $16.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.