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Internet providers in Baxter, MN
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Baxter, MN internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 72% |
| Consolidated Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 50% |
| Consolidated Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 40% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Baxter internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Baxter 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 Baxter area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Baxter residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 40% of those living in Baxter.
There are five internet providers serving the Baxter area, and 98.30% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Baxter's five internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 250 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Baxter
The largest internet providers in Baxter are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Baxter.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Baxter residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 72% of the area. Baxter’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Baxter residents.
Spectrum 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Baxter covering 98% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Baxter residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Baxter, $50.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baxter, $1.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Baxter. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Baxter's providers, 63 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Baxter covering 72% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Baxter 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Baxter, $50.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baxter, $1.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Baxter. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Baxter's providers, 63 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Baxter covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Baxter 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Baxter, $50.00.
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 Baxter, $1.85.
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 Baxter. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Baxter's providers, 63 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Baxter?
Consolidated Telephone Company is the fastest internet provider in Baxter with download speeds up to 250 Mbps. These speeds are available to 40% of households in Baxter. The next fastest internet provider in Baxter is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Baxter?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Baxter with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Baxter, $50.00.
Is fiber internet available in Baxter?
Consolidated Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Baxter, covering 40% of the city.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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