Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $6.35 per month.
Per hour
0.9¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.21
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$6.35
44 kWh
Per year
$76.21
526 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.17 | $38.11 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.35 | $76.21 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.70 | $152 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.35 per month, or $76.21 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $6.35 per month here versus $8.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.