Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $6.79 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.22
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.79
44 kWh
Per year
$81.47
526 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.39 | $40.73 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.79 | $81.47 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.57 | $163 |
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.79 per month, or $81.47 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $6.79 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.