SpaceX has updated the prices of several Starlink plans in the United States. The increases range from $5 to $10 per month. For new customers, the changes are immediate; for existing ones, they will take effect on June 18, 2026. The 100 Mbps residential plan rises from $50 to $55, the 200 Mbps plan from $80 to $85, and the MAX plan from $120 to $130.
Technical adjustments in the LEO constellation 🛰️
The Roam plans for terrestrial mobility also increase: Roam 100GB goes from $50 to $55, Roam Unlimited from $165 to $175, while the new Roam 300GB remains at $80. These increases reflect operational costs of the low Earth orbit satellite constellation, such as launching new satellites and maintaining ground infrastructure. The company seeks to balance its revenue with the expansion of coverage and capacity.
Inflation also orbits Earth 🌍
It seems inflation doesn't just affect the supermarket, but also low Earth orbit. Raising $5 a month is the equivalent of one less latte per week. Of course, the new Roam 300GB plan remains at $80, like an act of space charity. Maybe Elon thinks that if you pay more, the antenna dish gets less cold in winter. Or that the signal arrives faster if you smile at the sky.