Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 34% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $5.43 per month.
Per hour
0.7¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.18
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$5.43
44 kWh
Per year
$65.17
526 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.71 | $32.59 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.43 | $65.17 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.86 | $130 |
North Dakota 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 North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.18 per day, $5.43 per month, or $65.17 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 34% below the U.S. average: $5.43 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.