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Internet providers in Crystal, MN

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Crystal, MN internet providers

Provider
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL52%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic41%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Crystal internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    22081

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.93%

    2 providers - 99.93%

    3 providers - 4.82%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 87%

    Fiber - 0.000%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Crystal 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 Crystal area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Crystal residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Crystal, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are five internet providers serving the Crystal area, and 99.93% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Crystal's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Compare Crystal internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Crystal – Mbps

    MN – 112 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Crystal – Mbps

    MN – 35 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Crystal.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Crystal

The largest internet providers in Crystal are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Crystal.

Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Crystal residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 52% of the area. Crystal’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 41% of Crystal residents.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

25 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 all households in Crystal covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Crystal 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 Crystal, $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 Crystal, $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 Crystal. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Crystal's providers, 360 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

52%

*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 about half of households in Crystal covering 52% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Crystal 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 Crystal, $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 Crystal, $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 Crystal. These download speeds are available to 52% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Crystal's providers, 360 Mbps.

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CenturyLink fiber-optic internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

41%

*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.

Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in Crystal covering 41% 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 Crystal 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 Crystal, $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 Crystal, $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 1,000 Mbps in Crystal. These download speeds are available to 41% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Crystal's providers, 360 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Crystal, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Crystal, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Crystal and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Crystal at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Crystal at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Crystal residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Crystal with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Crystal. The next fastest internet provider in Crystal is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 52% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Crystal with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Crystal, $53.74.

CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Crystal, covering 41% of the city.

The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.

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.

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.

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