Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 19% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $13.31 per month.
Per hour
1.8¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.44
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$13.31
88 kWh
Per year
$160
1,051 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.65 | $79.89 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.31 | $160 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.88 | $26.62 | $320 |
New Mexico 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 Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 15.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.44 per day, $13.31 per month, or $160 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 19% below the U.S. average: $13.31 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.