Internet providers in Minneapolis, MN
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Internet options in Minneapolis, MN
Whether you are moving to Minneapolis or across town, choosing your internet and TV providers and plans is a key part of a successful move. Even if you aren’t relocating, it’s worth seeing whether switching providers could get you better service at a lower cost. Allconnect® can guide you through the process of finding and connecting internet and cable providers for your new home address in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis internet at a glance
There are four major internet providers in Minneapolis. Depending on your specific Minneapolis ZIP code and address, you may be able to choose between multiple internet types and providers.
Internet availability in Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis, MN, residential internet providers
Provider | Starting price* | Speed range | Internet type |
CenturyLink | $45.00/mo. | 3 — 940 Mbps | DSL, fiber |
Xfinity | $29.99/mo. | 25 — 1,000 Mbps | Cable |
HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | Up to 25 Mbps | Satellite |
*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 03/31/20.
Compare the largest internet providers in Minneapolis
The largest internet service providers in Minneapolis are CenturyLink, HughesNet and Xfinity. Here’s a look at each provider’s service areas, internet plans, pricing and additional perks.

CenturyLink

Xfinity

HughesNet
*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 03/31/20.
Availability for other Minneapolis internet providers
- Mediacom – Cable network available to 52% of Minneapolis residents.
- Nextera Holdings, LLC – Wired and wireless network available in 100% of the Minneapolis area.
- Pivotal Global Capacity, LLC – DSL provider with coverage in 17% of Minneapolis.
- Viasat, Inc. – Satellite provider that offers coverage in 100% of the Minneapolis area.
Find Minneapolis internet providers that you can access. Click “Shop providers” to search for internet service in Minneapolis by ZIP code, or call to compare plans for your specific home address.
Fastest internet in Minneapolis
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
Minneapolis – 98%
Minnesota – 66%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
Minneapolis – 59%
Minnesota – 22%
U.S. – 16%
Source: FCC
For the fastest internet service in Minneapolis, choose a fiber-optic or cable network. Below are the fastest Minneapolis internet service providers.
Minneapolis’s fastest max advertised download speeds
- CenturyLink – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 940 Mbps
- Xfinity – Cable network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Mediacom – Cable network with speeds up to 500 Mbps
Call or click below to find and compare the fastest internet plans for your address.
Cheapest internet service providers in Minneapolis
If you’re looking for cheap Minneapolis internet service, one provider offers plans starting below $30/mo.* To save even more, bundle your internet with your TV and home phone services. Also, consider buying compatible equipment instead of renting from your provider.
Cheap internet plans in Minneapolis
- Xfinity – Performance Starter – $29.99/mo.* for up to 25 Mbps
*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. Speeds may vary. As of 03/31/20.
Call or click below to find and compare the cheapest internet plans for your specific address in Minneapolis.
Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Minneapolis
Whether you are a visitor out sightseeing or a local resident strolling through downtown, free Wi-Fi hotspots are plentiful in Minneapolis.
Here are a few public places in Minneapolis that offer free Wi-Fi:
- “Wireless Minneapolis” hotspots blanket nearly the entire city
- Many cafés including Boiler Room Coffee, Blackeye Roasting, Steamship Coffee & Games and Birchwood Cafe
- Shops and other local businesses such as Hookah Hideout, Hen House Eatery and One on One Bicycle Studio
- Public buildings including James J. Hill Center and Minnesota History Center
- Libraries including Hennepin County Library locations, Plymouth Library and Riverview Branch Library
If you subscribe to Mediacom or Xfinity, you can log into your account for access to additional hotspots. However, hotspot availability sometimes depends on internet availability, so your results may change depending on exactly where you are in Minneapolis.
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