Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $7.18 per month.
Per hour
1.0¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.24
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$7.18
44 kWh
Per year
$86.20
526 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.59 | $43.10 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.18 | $86.20 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.36 | $172 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.18 per month, or $86.20 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $7.18 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.