Cost to Run a Starlink Dish in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a starlink dish here costs $8.62 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 40–75 W
Per day
$0.28
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$8.62
44 kWh
Per year
$104
526 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.31 | $51.77 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.62 | $104 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.25 | $207 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a starlink dish with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.62 per month, or $104 per year.
Is running a starlink dish in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.62 per month here versus $8.05 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.