Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 15.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 15% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $6.87 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.23
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.87
44 kWh
Per year
$82.52
526 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.44 | $41.26 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $6.87 | $82.52 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.75 | $165 |
South 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 South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $6.87 per month, or $82.52 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $6.87 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 15.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.