Compare Blaine internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Blaine – Mbps
MN – 112 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Blaine – Mbps
MN – 35 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Blaine.
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Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.585% |
Communications | - | - | Wired | 0.146% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Communications | - | - | Wireless | 73% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.14%
2 providers - 96.10%
3 providers - 1.17%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Blaine 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 Blaine area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Blaine residents. No fiber-optic or DSL providers are currently available in Blaine, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Blaine area, and 96.10% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Blaine's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Blaine are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Blaine.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Blaine residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 95% of the area. Blaine’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Blaine 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Blaine covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Blaine 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 Blaine, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Blaine, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in Blaine. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Blaine's providers, 360 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Blaine covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Blaine 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Blaine, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Blaine, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Blaine. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Blaine's providers, 360 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 Blaine covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Blaine 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Blaine, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Blaine, $1.99.
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 Blaine. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Blaine's providers, 360 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Blaine with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Blaine. The next fastest internet provider in Blaine is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Blaine with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Blaine, $53.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Blaine, covering 8.585% of the city.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
*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.
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