Starlink rolls out $80 plan to 15 states

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Key takeaways

• Starlink’s new plan, Residential Lite, is $80.00/mo. for 50 – 100 Mbps 
• Residential Lite is only available in select locations 
• Residential Lite users will have slower speeds during peak usage hours than Starlink Residential customers

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Starlink has taken the satellite internet market by storm in recent years with its high-speed, low-latency service. Its low-earth orbit satellite tech allows for faster speeds than traditional satellite providers like Hughesnet and Viasat. Still, the plan and equipment come with a hefty price tag.

Starlink’s new Residential Lite plan, at $80.00/mo., is significantly cheaper than its standard Residential plan at $120.00/mo. While only available in select locations, Starlink aims to expand its customer base with the cheaper internet option. We’ll break down everything you need to know about Starlink’s new plan below.

What is Starlink’s new plan?

Starlink’s new internet plan, Residential Lite, is a lower-priced option with slower speeds than the provider’s original Residential plan.

At $80.00/mo. for up to 100 Mbps, Residential Lite is indeed cheaper than the Starlink Residential plan’s 120.00/mo. price tag, targeting light internet users and smaller households. With max speeds up to 100 Mbps and throttled speeds during peak usage hours, Residential Lite is not ideal for heavy internet users.

Pros and cons of new Starlink Residential Lite plan

Where can I get the new plan?

Starlink’s new plan is only available in select locations, unlike the rest of the provider’s plans, which are available virtually everywhere.

According to Starlink, Residential Lite is only available in the following 15 states:

Who is Starlink Residential Lite for?

Starlink Residential Lite is best for light internet users and small households due to its 100 Mbps max download speed. For reference, the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) minimum broadband speed standard is 100/20 Mbps, and most providers’ slowest plans are above this benchmark.

Even so, 50 – 100 Mbps can be enough for those who only use the internet to browse, send emails or use social media. However, this plan will not be feasible with heavier internet activities like gaming, streaming and downloading large amounts of data. Always determine the speed you need before shopping for internet to avoid overpaying for internet or not getting enough speed.

Rural users

Aside from those living in smaller households and lightly using the internet, Starlink Residential Lite (and satellite internet in general) is ideal for those living in rural areas where other internet options may not be available.

Fiber and cable internet connections deliver some of the most reliable services, especially fiber, but it’s not usually available in sparsely populated, rural areas. Internet providers tend to establish infrastructure in areas with heavier populations to justify the cost of infrastructure build-outs, so satellite is often the only option for many rural residents.

Satellite internet is available nationwide through Starlink, Hughesnet and Viasat — wherever you are, you can count on having one of these providers as an internet option. However, Starlink offers faster speeds and lower latency than its competitors since its satellites are closer to Earth.

Compare other Starlink internet options

Starlink offers various mobile satellite internet options in addition to its fixed internet plans. If you frequently travel, camp or boat, one of the mobile options could be right for you.

*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. Pricing in South Dakota shows at $90/mo. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. Updated as of 04/28/25.

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