Measurement guide
Starlink Speed by US State: a transparent comparison method
Quick answer:
This page does not publish a state leaderboard. It explains how to collect comparable measurements and what evidence a responsible state-level comparison needs.
Why the old leaderboard is gone
A state average or ranking needs a traceable source, a collection window, a clear sample definition, and enough observations to describe a distribution. We do not currently have that evidence for the table that previously appeared at this URL, so the numbers and the causal explanations were removed.
The honest replacement is a measurement workflow. Start with the live speed test, then compare your own repeat runs under similar conditions.
Build a repeatable local baseline
- Use the same device, browser, and test location for comparable runs.
- Record whether the device used Wi-Fi or Ethernet and avoid mixing the two.
- Repeat at different times and keep the timestamp with every result.
- Note changes to the router, dish view, plan, weather, or household traffic.
- Treat a failed request as not measured; never replace it with a zero.
What one browser test cannot tell you
The test measures traffic between the browser and Cloudflare. It does not directly measure satellite-cell load, dish obstruction, weather impact, gateway routing, or the capacity of another household. A change in the result is a reason to investigate, not proof of a specific cause.
Compare a close-range Wi-Fi run with Ethernet when possible, inspect the Starlink app separately for obstruction information, and repeat before changing equipment.
What a trustworthy state comparison requires
- A named source with permission to publish or summarize the data.
- A disclosed collection period and test methodology.
- Sample counts and coverage sufficient to avoid treating a few addresses as a state.
- A distribution rather than a single unexplained average.
- Clear separation of measured facts from hypotheses about causes.
Use the result for a decision
Save complete tests in the dashboard. When you compare service options, verify address availability and contract terms directly with each provider. Your own consistent history is more useful than an unsourced state rank.
Don't just read — check your own setup.
Run a Starlink-focused speed test and compare download, upload, ping, and jitter against your real connection.
Related tools
Recommended next steps
Starlink Speed Test
Measure download, upload, and HTTP-request latency on the connection you use.
Saved Results
Review complete measurements stored in this browser and build your own baseline.
Location Directory
Navigate to country and region pages, then verify address eligibility officially.
Obstruction Checker
Review sky-view concerns separately from the speed measurement.
FAQ
Which US state has the fastest Starlink?
We do not publish a state ranking without a sourced distribution and documented methodology. A single result, a small collection of screenshots, or an estimated table is not enough to name a fastest state.
Why can Starlink results differ between states?
Many factors can affect a result, including the test device, Wi-Fi conditions, sky obstructions, weather, routing, plan, and network load. State boundaries alone do not establish the cause of a difference.
Does my state determine Starlink latency?
No state label can predict latency at a specific address. Measure the installed connection repeatedly and keep the device, test method, and home-network setup consistent.
Is Starlink faster in rural or urban areas?
There is no trustworthy universal rule on this page. Rural reach can make Starlink valuable where wired options are limited, but performance still has to be measured at the actual connection.
How can I evaluate my local Starlink connection?
Run repeat tests from the same device and connection, record the time and setup, and compare like with like. Keep Wi-Fi and Ethernet results separate and treat missing metrics as not measured.
Will Starlink speed in my state improve?
This page does not forecast state performance. Product, capacity, routing, subscriber demand, and local conditions can change, so use current measurements and official service information.