Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $10.90 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.36
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.90
44 kWh
Per year
$131
526 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.45 | $65.44 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.90 | $131 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.72 | $21.80 | $262 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $10.90 per month, or $131 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.90 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.