Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $12.39 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.41
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$12.39
44 kWh
Per year
$149
526 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.19 | $74.37 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.39 | $149 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.78 | $297 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.41 per day, $12.39 per month, or $149 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.39 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.