Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $17.25 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.57
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.25
88 kWh
Per year
$207
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.62 | $104 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.25 | $207 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.13 | $34.50 | $414 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.25 per month, or $207 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.25 per month here versus $16.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.