Starlink in the US: Data Speed Gains and the Impact of Budget Plans
In the first half of 2026, Starlink saw a significant surge in upload speeds, while the widespread adoption of budget-friendly plans moderated the growth of download speeds.
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Key points
- Upload speed increased by 42%
- Median download speed reached 119.71 Mbps
- V2 Mini satellites improved latency across 49 states
According to the latest Speedtest report, Starlink's satellite internet service in the US has shown notable performance improvements during the first half of 2026. The median upload speed increased by 42%, reaching 20.73 Mbps. Meanwhile, download speeds experienced a more modest growth of 12%, settling at 119.71 Mbps.
Analysts attribute the tempered growth in download speeds to a rise in users opting for budget plans, which are capped at 100 Mbps. Despite this, the percentage of subscribers achieving at least 100 Mbps for downloads and 20 Mbps for uploads has grown to 40%.
Network enhancements, including the deployment of V2 Mini satellites and expanded ground infrastructure, have successfully reduced latency in 49 states. Utah currently leads in download speeds, while Florida saw a significant 50% performance improvement, suggesting better capacity management in high-demand regions.
Source iTechua — itechua.com/news/312345 ↗
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