Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $6.08 per month.
Per hour
0.8¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.20
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.08
44 kWh
Per year
$73.06
526 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.04 | $36.53 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.08 | $73.06 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.17 | $146 |
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 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.08 per month, or $73.06 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $6.08 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.