Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 22.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $9.67 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.32
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$9.67
44 kWh
Per year
$116
526 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.84 | $58.08 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.67 | $116 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.35 | $232 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 22.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.67 per month, or $116 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.67 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 22.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.