| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
Consolidated Communications  | $35.00 | 50 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 2.046% |
| VelocityTelephone | $39.99 | 15 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 1.108% |
| Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.335% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Communications | - | - | Wireless | 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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.98%
2 providers - 99.15%
3 providers - 10.19%
4+ providers - 1.28%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Bloomington 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 Bloomington area will have access to cable, which covers 93% of Bloomington residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 5.800% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.360% of those living in Bloomington.
There are seven internet providers serving the Bloomington area, and 99.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bloomington's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Bloomington are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Bloomington.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Bloomington residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 89% of the area. Bloomington’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 11% of Bloomington 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Bloomington covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bloomington 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 Bloomington, $48.33.
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 Bloomington, $1.67.
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 Bloomington. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bloomington's providers, 249 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Bloomington covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Bloomington 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 Bloomington, $48.33.
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 Bloomington, $1.67.
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 Bloomington. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bloomington's providers, 249 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Bloomington covering 11% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Bloomington than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Bloomington, $48.33.
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 Bloomington, $1.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Bloomington. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bloomington's providers, 249 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Bloomington, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bloomington, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bloomington and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bloomington at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bloomington at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bloomington residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Bloomington with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Bloomington. The next fastest internet provider in Bloomington is Consolidated Communications, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 2.046% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Bloomington with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bloomington, $48.33.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Bloomington, covering 11% of the city. Communications also offers fiber internet in Bloomington and is available to 0.335% of households.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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.
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.
*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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