Cost to Run a Upright Freezer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $16.72 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.55
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.72
88 kWh
Per year
$201
1,051 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.36 | $100 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.72 | $201 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.10 | $33.44 | $402 |
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 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.55 per day, $16.72 per month, or $201 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.72 per month here versus $16.02 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.