| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 72% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.878% |
| 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 - 99.83%
2 providers - 96.59%
3 providers - 3.21%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley area will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of Golden Valley residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in Golden Valley.
There are five internet providers serving the Golden Valley area, and 96.59% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Golden Valley's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Golden Valley are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Golden Valley.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Golden Valley residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 72% of the area. Golden Valley’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Golden Valley 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 all households in Golden Valley covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley, $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 Golden Valley, $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 Golden Valley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Golden Valley'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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Golden Valley covering 72% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley, $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 Golden Valley, $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 Golden Valley. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Golden Valley'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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Golden Valley covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley, $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 Golden Valley, $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 Golden Valley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Golden Valley's providers, 360 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Golden Valley with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Golden Valley. The next fastest internet provider in Golden Valley is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 72% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Golden Valley with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Golden Valley, $53.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Golden Valley, covering 4.878% of the city.
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.
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.
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