SpaceX Raises Starlink Prices Across All Consumer Plans
May 18, 2026 – 6:51 pm
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TL;DR
SpaceX has implemented price increases for all consumer Starlink plans in the United States, ranging from $5 to $10 per month. These adjustments affect residential and mobile tiers, with the exception of the Roam 300GB plan. Additionally, they have doubled the cost of Standby Mode from $5 to $10. The changes come as SpaceX prepares for its IPO, having reached 10 million users globally.
What Changed:
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Residential Plans:
- 100 Mbps tier: $50 → $55
- 200 Mbps tier: $80 → $85
- MAX tier: $120 → $130
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Roam Plans:
- Roam 100GB: $50 → $55
- Roam Unlimited: $165 → $175
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Standby Mode: Doubled from $5 to $10.
SpaceX’s Justification
In an email notification, SpaceX stated the price adjustment is for:
"supporting ongoing improvements and investment in affordable, high-performance products and services as global operating costs continue to rise."
The Business Context
These increases come at a pivotal time for SpaceX’s Starlink business. As of February 2026, Starlink crossed 10 million subscribers worldwide, with:
- Over 10,000 satellites in low Earth orbit (covering 125–155 countries and territories).
- $11.4 billion revenue for 2025.
- 63% EBITDA margins.