Starlink delivers high-speed satellite internet to rural homes, RVs, boats, and beyond. Here’s the full cost breakdown in USD for US customers (continental US rates as of Oct 2026; taxes extra, vary by state 0-10%). Enter your address at starlink.com for exact quotes—prices fluctuate with promos.
1. Hardware Costs: One-Time Purchase (Own Forever, No Contracts)
Hot Promo Alert: Starlink Mini Kit now starting at $149 (up to 300+ Mbps portable speeds—perfect for on-the-go)!
| Kit Type | Price | Best For | Specs & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starlink Mini Kit | $149–$299 (promo starting $149) | Portable/RV/travel/digital nomads | Backpack-sized, integrated WiFi, 50-300+ Mbps downloads, 100+ GB/month. Current promo: $149! Ideal for high-speed mobile. |
| Standard Kit (V4/Gen 3) | $499–$599 | Fixed home/rural | Rectangular dish + Router 3, 100-220 Mbps, unlimited on Residential. |
| Standard Actuated (Gen 2) | $499 (refurb available) | Legacy home | Motorized dish, similar speeds. |
| Performance Kit | $2,500+ | Business/extreme/in-motion | Rugged flat dish, 220+ Mbps, no router. |
| Accessories (optional) | $25–$300 | Mounts/cables/mesh | E.g., Pipe Adapter ($50), 150ft Cable ($100), Mesh Node ($130). Buy at Starlink Shop. |
Shipping: Free standard (1-2 weeks); $20–$50 expedited.
Rent Option (select areas): $10/month + service (flexible trial, buyout later).
Only when you sign up through this link (Official Starlink Referral).
2. Monthly Subscription Plans (Billed Auto, Pause Anytime)
Unlimited standard data on Residential; Priority for no-throttle business. Standby Mode: $10–$55/month to pause (resume instantly).
Residential (Fixed Unlimited Home)
- Residential Lite: $80–$120/month (deprioritized; 25-100 Mbps).
- Residential: $120–$150/month (top pick; 50-220 Mbps down, 10-30 up, 25-60ms latency).
Mobile/Roam (Portable/In-Motion)
- Roam 50GB: $50/month (50GB priority + unlimited slow).
- Roam Unlimited: $150–$165/month (RV/travel, up to 100 mph).
- Roam Unlimited High Speed: $250+/month (premium mobile).
Priority/Business (Data Blocks, $2/GB Overage)
- Local Priority 50GB: $65/month.
- Local Priority 500GB: $250/month.
- Global Priority: $250–$500+/month (maritime/business).
- Enterprise/Aviation: $1,000–$20,000+/month (custom SLAs).
Billing: Starts activation/delivery+7 days. View at Account Billing.
3. Taxes, Fees & Extras
- Sales Tax: State-specific (e.g., 8.25% NY, 6.25% TX).
- Congestion Surcharge: $100 one-time (high-demand areas only).
- Pro Install: $100–$250 (optional).
- Power Cost: $5–$10/month electric (50-100W).
- Late Payments: Auto-retries; suspends after ~24 days (no fees).
- Cancellation: Prorated; keep kit or return (prepaid label).
First-Year Total Example (Mini Kit Promo + Residential):
Hardware $149 + 12x$120 = $1,589 + $120 tax = **$1,858** ($155/month avg).
4. Discounts, Promos & Savings
- Mini Promo: $149 kit (limited time—grab now!).
- Referrals: $50–$100 credit per friend (after 2 months). Track at Account Referrals.
- Bundling: Multi-kits/business 10-20% off.
- Pause: Low-cost hold during off-seasons.
5. Value Comparison & Tips
- Vs. Competitors: Beats HughesNet ($100+/mo caps) on speed/unlimited.
- Worth It? Yes for rural/streaming/gaming (test speeds at Speed Test).
- Pro Tip: Check obstructions (Obstructions Tool); align dish (Alignment).
Prices current Oct 2026; verify at starlink.com. Source: Official Starlink site.