Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $26.18 per month.
Per hour
3.6¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.86
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$26.18
88 kWh
Per year
$314
1,051 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.09 | $157 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.18 | $314 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.72 | $52.36 | $629 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.86 per day, $26.18 per month, or $314 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $26.18 per month here versus $16.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.