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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hiawatha Broadband Communications | - | 150 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 81% |
LTD Broadband  | $70.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 51% |
| Communications | - | - | Wireless | 1.052% |
*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 - 99.53%
2 providers - 98.87%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hastings 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 Hastings area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Hastings residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.940% of those living in Hastings.
There are seven internet providers serving the Hastings area, and 98.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hastings's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Hastings are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Hastings.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Hastings residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 90% of the area. Hastings’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Hastings 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 Hastings covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hastings 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 Hastings, $56.99.
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 Hastings, $2.71.
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 Hastings. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hastings's providers, 125 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 Hastings covering 90% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Hastings 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Hastings, $56.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hastings, $2.71.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Hastings. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hastings's providers, 125 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 Hastings covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Hastings 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Hastings, $56.99.
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 Hastings, $2.71.
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 Hastings. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Hastings's providers, 125 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Hastings with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Hastings. The next fastest internet provider in Hastings is Hiawatha Broadband Communications , offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 81% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Hastings with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hastings, $56.99.
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 connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
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.
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