While the idea of space flight is appealing, it is unclear how SpaceX will make money. Currently, SpaceX earns most of its revenue from selling launch services to other companies. It is not uncommon for companies to hire SpaceX to launch satellites on their behalf. SpaceX is also paid by governments to provide supplies for the International Space Station. NASA has also announced that they will work with SpaceX to launch a new moon mission.

SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk in 2002, primarily generates revenue through a combination of government contracts, commercial satellite launches, and its Starlink satellite internet service. The company secures contracts from NASA, the U.S. military, and other governmental agencies for missions such as resupplying the International Space Station and launching satellites into orbit. Additionally, SpaceX offers commercial satellite launch services to private companies and organizations worldwide, leveraging its reusable rocket technology to reduce costs. One of its ambitious ventures, Starlink, aims to provide high-speed internet access globally using a constellation of small satellites in low Earth orbit. Revenue from Starlink subscriptions and partnerships is expected to become a significant source of income for SpaceX in the future, potentially surpassing its other revenue streams.