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Internet providers in 56601
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 37% |
| Paul Bunyan Rural Telephone Cooperative | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| MIDCO | - | 150 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 67% |
| Paul Bunyan Rural Telephone Cooperative | - | - | DSL | 25% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 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?56601 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 56601 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 56601 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 67% of those living in the 56601 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 56601 area, and 79.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 56601, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 56601
The largest internet providers serving the 56601 ZIP code are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to many in the 56601 ZIP code, covering 37% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Bemidji’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 56601 ZIP code.
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 some, but not many households in the 56601 ZIP code, covering 37% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Bemidji, $51.66.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bemidji, $3.23.
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 56601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 37% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Bemidji's providers, 43 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 the 56601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 56601 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Bemidji, $51.66.
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 Bemidji, $3.23.
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 56601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bemidji's providers, 43 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 56601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 56601 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Bemidji, $51.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bemidji, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 56601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bemidji's providers, 43 Mbps.
Internet providers in 56601 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 56601?
Paul Bunyan Rural Telephone Cooperative is the fastest internet provider in the 56601 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 56601. The next fastest internet provider in the 56601 ZIP code is MIDCO, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 67% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 56601?
CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in the 56601 ZIP with service starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Bemidji, $51.66.
Is fiber internet available in 56601?
Paul Bunyan Rural Telephone Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 56601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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