Starlink Residential 2026: Plans, Prices, Speeds and How to Test It First
Short answer
Starlink Residential is Starlink’s home internet service for one fixed address. In the US it comes in three tiers as of October 2026: Residential 100 Mbps ($55/month), Residential 200 Mbps ($85) and Residential Max ($130). Before you commit, check the availability map and, ideally, test a kit at your home for a few days to see real speeds and obstructions.
Key takeaways
- Three home tiers in October 2026: $55 (100 Mbps), $85 (200 Mbps, formerly Residential Lite) and $130 (Residential Max).
- Residential is tied to one service address; travel and portable use need a Roam plan.
- Home kits are about $349 to buy or offered as a free rental in some regions; congested areas can add a one-time demand fee.
- Data is unlimited, but extreme usage (several terabytes a month) has led to speed limits for some users.
- Your yard, roof and trees decide your experience more than the plan does, so test first.
What is Starlink Residential?
Starlink Residential is the home plan: a dish installed at one address, unlimited data and speeds that depend on the tier. It replaced the older single Residential plan with three tiers in January 2026, and prices were raised in June 2026.
How much does Starlink Residential cost?
As reported in October 2026, US Residential pricing is:
| Plan | Price/month | Advertised download |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 100 Mbps | $55 | Up to about 100 Mbps |
| Residential 200 Mbps | $85 | Up to about 200 Mbps |
| Residential Max | $130 | Fastest home tier |
Hardware and fees vary by address. The Standard kit was listed at about $349 to buy, while some regions get a free rental kit with the plan. In crowded areas Starlink can charge a one-time demand fee. Taxes are extra.
How fast is Starlink Residential?
Ookla’s data shows a 2025 US median of about 118 Mbps down and 17 Mbps up across Starlink users, with medians above 100 Mbps in every state except Alaska in the second half of 2025. The 100 Mbps tier is capped by plan, so the 200 Mbps and Max tiers matter most for big households, 4K streaming and large uploads.
Speed also depends on how busy your local cell is. Evening slowdowns are more common in popular rural areas than in sparsely populated ones.
Is Starlink Residential available at my address?
Starlink’s availability map shows whether a cell has capacity, and checkout shows any demand fee. Availability is not the same as a good install: the map can’t see your trees, roof pitch or the hill behind the house.
That is why many people test first. Rent a kit, set it where you would mount the dish, and run the app’s obstruction check plus a few speed tests at different times of day. Our speed test guide explains what to look for.
Can I take Starlink Residential camping or to an RV?
Not as a rule. Residential is for your registered address, and moving it can break the terms or leave you without service. For travel you need a Roam plan, which costs $55–$175 per month, or a short-term rental. See our portable satellite internet guide for the travel options.
How do I test Starlink at home before signing up?
1) Rent a Starlink kit for 3–7 days. 2) Place the dish where you plan to mount it, ideally high with a clear northern view in the US. 3) Run the obstruction check in the Starlink app. 4) Test speed in the morning, afternoon and evening. 5) Try your real use: a work video call, streaming, gaming. If it works well, you can order with confidence; if not, you’ve saved yourself a contract and installation hassle.
Our recommendation
Thinking about switching your home to Starlink? Rent a kit for a week first and test it in the exact spot you’d mount the dish. It’s the cheapest way to avoid an expensive mistake.
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How much is Starlink Residential per month?
As of October 2026: $55 for Residential 100 Mbps, $85 for Residential 200 Mbps and $130 for Residential Max, plus tax.
Is Starlink Residential unlimited?
Yes, data is unlimited. Starlink can manage speeds during congestion, and in September 2026 some very heavy users (several terabytes a month) reported speed limits.
What happened to Residential Lite?
In January 2026 Residential Lite was renamed Residential 200 Mbps, alongside the 100 Mbps and Max tiers.
Can I use Starlink Residential at a second home?
Residential service is tied to one address. For use in more than one place, look at Roam plans or a short-term rental.
Is there a contract?
Starlink plans are month-to-month, but you may pay for hardware and any demand fee up front.
Need Starlink for a few days or a few weeks?
Rent from $20/day. Pick up in American Fork, UT, or have it shipped anywhere in the US in a protective hard case.
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Sources
- KeepTrack: How much does Starlink cost (Oct 2026)
- Telecompetitor: Ookla 2025 Starlink median speeds
- Benton Institute summary of Ookla Starlink data, 2H 2025
- ISPreview: Starlink speed limits on very heavy users (Sep 2026)
Prices, plans and speeds are as reported in October 2026 and change often; check starlink.com before you buy. Starlink® is a trademark of SpaceX. Star Surf is an independent rental company and is not affiliated with Starlink or SpaceX.