Compare Medina internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Medina – Mbps
MN – 132.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Medina – Mbps
MN – 40.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Medina.
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Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 10% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 11% |
CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 56% |
CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 12% |
Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
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 - 95.73%
3 providers - 22.47%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Medina 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 Medina area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Medina residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 13% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Medina, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Medina area, and 95.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Medina's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Medina are Frontier, Xfinity, and CenturyLink bringing DSL and cable options to Medina.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to many Medina residents, covering 10% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 11% of the area. Medina’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 56% of Medina 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.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in Medina covering 10% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Medina 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Medina, $46.66.
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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 a limited number of households in Medina covering 11% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Medina 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 Medina, $46.66.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Medina, $1.14.
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 Medina. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Medina's providers, 488 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 about half of households in Medina covering 56% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Medina 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 Medina, $46.66.
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 Medina, $1.14.
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 Medina. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Medina's providers, 488 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Medina, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Medina, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Medina and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Medina at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Medina at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Medina residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Medina with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 11% of households in Medina. The next fastest internet provider in Medina is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Medina with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Medina, $46.66.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Medina, covering 12% of the city.
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.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.