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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 91% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
LTD Broadband  | $70.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 90.64%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Belle Plaine 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 Belle Plaine area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Belle Plaine residents. 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 100% of those living in Belle Plaine.
There are five internet providers serving the Belle Plaine area, and 90.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Belle Plaine's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Mediacom | 126 Mbps | 21 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 20 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| Frontier | 9 Mbps | 5 Mbps | DSL |
| LTD Broadband | 11 Mbps | 4 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Belle Plaine.
The largest internet providers in Belle Plaine are Frontier, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Belle Plaine.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Belle Plaine residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 100% of the area. Belle Plaine’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Belle Plaine residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Belle Plaine covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Belle Plaine 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Belle Plaine, $55.99.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Belle Plaine covering 100% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Belle Plaine residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Belle Plaine, $55.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Belle Plaine, $1.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Belle Plaine. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Belle Plaine's providers, 324 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Belle Plaine covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Belle Plaine 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Belle Plaine, $55.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Belle Plaine, $1.51.
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 Belle Plaine. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Belle Plaine's providers, 324 Mbps.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Belle Plaine with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Belle Plaine. The next fastest internet provider in Belle Plaine is LTD Broadband, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Belle Plaine with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Belle Plaine, $55.99.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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