Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $21.01 per month.
Per hour
2.9¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.69
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$21.01
44 kWh
Per year
$252
526 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.51 | $126 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.69 | $21.01 | $252 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.38 | $42.02 | $505 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.69 per day, $21.01 per month, or $252 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $21.01 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.