Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $11.99 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.39
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.99
44 kWh
Per year
$144
526 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| 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 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a starlink dish in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.39 per day, $11.99 per month, or $144 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.99 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.