Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $8.54 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.28
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.54
44 kWh
Per year
$102
526 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.27 | $51.25 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.54 | $102 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $17.07 | $205 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.54 per month, or $102 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.54 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.