SpaceX raises Starlink prices across every consumer plan and doubles the cost of Standby Mode

SpaceX Raises Starlink Prices Across All Consumer Plans

May 18, 2026 - 6:51 pm

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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:

  • Residential Plans:

    • 100 Mbps tier: $50 → $55
    • 200 Mbps tier: $80 → $85
    • MAX tier: $120 → $130
  • Roam Plans:

    • Roam 100GB: $50 → $55
    • Roam Unlimited: $165 → $175
  • 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.

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