Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $8.49 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.28
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.49
44 kWh
Per year
$102
526 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.25 | $50.98 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.49 | $102 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $16.99 | $204 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.49 per month, or $102 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.49 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.