Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $6.00 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.20
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.00
44 kWh
Per year
$72.01
526 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.00 | $36.00 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.00 | $72.01 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.99 | $144 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.00 per month, or $72.01 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $6.00 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.