Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $7.00 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.23
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.00
44 kWh
Per year
$84.10
526 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.50 | $42.05 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.00 | $84.10 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.01 | $168 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $7.00 per month, or $84.10 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $7.00 per month here versus $8.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.