Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $17.07 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.56
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.07
88 kWh
Per year
$205
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.54 | $102 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $17.07 | $205 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.12 | $34.15 | $410 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.56 per day, $17.07 per month, or $205 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.07 per month here versus $16.46 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.