Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $14.10 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.46
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.10
88 kWh
Per year
$169
1,051 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.05 | $84.62 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.10 | $169 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.19 | $338 |
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 16.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $14.10 per month, or $169 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $14.10 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.