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55304 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.384% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Communications | $23.95 | - | Wireless | 91% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?55304 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
26160
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.99%
2 providers - 99.69%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 55304 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Minnesota - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 55304 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.380% of those living in the 55304 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 55304 area, and 99.69% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 55304, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 55304
The largest internet providers serving the 55304 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 55304 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 98% of the area. Andover’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 55304 ZIP code.
Xfinity cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 55304 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55304 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Andover, $41.79.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Andover, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 250 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in 55304 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Andover's providers, 360 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 55304 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Andover, $41.79.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Andover, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 55304 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Andover's providers, 360 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 55304 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 55304 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Andover, $41.79.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Andover, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 55304 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Andover's providers, 360 Mbps.
Internet providers in 55304 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 55304?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 55304 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.384% of households in 55304. The next fastest internet provider in the 55304 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 55304?
Communications offers the cheapest internet in the 55304 ZIP with service starting at $23.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Andover, $41.79.
Is fiber internet available in 55304?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 55304 ZIP code, covering 3.384% of the city.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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