Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $11.99 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.39
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.99
88 kWh
Per year
$144
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.00 | $72.01 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.99 | $144 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.79 | $23.99 | $288 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.39 per day, $11.99 per month, or $144 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $11.99 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.