Chest Freezer in New Bedford — $205/yr to Run (23.4¢/kWh)

Your chest freezer in New Bedford costs about $17/month at 23.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

New Bedford, MA Electricity Rate

23.4¢/kWh

Utility: Eversource

+80% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.56

2.4 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$17.10

73 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$205

876 kWh/yr

Lifetime (15yr)

$3,079

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in New Bedford

PeriodkWhNew Bedford CostNational AvgDifference
Daily2.4$0.56$0.31+$0.25
Weekly16.8$3.94$2.18+$1.75
Monthly73.0$17.10$9.49+$7.61
Quarterly219.0$51.31$28.47+$22.84
Annual876.0$205.25$113.88+$91.37

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Daily

$0.56

Monthly

$17.10

Annual

$205

15-Year

$3,079

Energy Saving Tips for Chest Freezer in New Bedford

  • New Bedford electricity rates are 80% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • An ENERGY STAR Chest Freezer in New Bedford saves ~$21/year compared to standard models.
  • Keep it at least 75% full
  • Set to 0F
  • Defrost when ice exceeds 1/4 inch

ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Chest Freezer in New Bedford saves approximately $21/year at local rates — $308 over the appliance lifetime.

Chest Freezer Cost in Other Massachusetts Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs New Bedford
New Bedford (current)23.4¢$205
Boston27.8¢$243+$38
Worcester29.6¢$259+$54
Springfield29.2¢$256+$50
Cambridge26.9¢$236+$31
Lowell30.3¢$265+$60
Brockton21.0¢$184$-21
Quincy21.4¢$188$-17
Lynn21.5¢$189$-17

Chest Freezer Energy Cost FAQ — New Bedford, MA

Understanding Chest Freezer Energy Costs in New Bedford, MA

New Bedford is a mid-sized Massachusetts city where residential electricity rates from Eversource are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Chest Freezer (100W) at New Bedford's rate of 23.4¢/kWh costs approximately $205 per year — $91 more than the national average of $114.

Electricity in New Bedford is significantly more expensive than the national average — 80% higher. For a Chest Freezer used 24 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $91 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.

With a cost of living index of 102.5, New Bedford is near the national median. The Chest Freezer's monthly cost of $17.10 represents a typical share of the average New Bedford electric bill of $211/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Chest Freezer can cut energy use by up to 10%, saving approximately $21 per year at New Bedford rates.

New Bedford's moderate climate (avg 51°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Chest Freezer produces approximately 0.29 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. New Bedford residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for New Bedford.

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