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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 31% |
Communications  | - | - | Wired | 15% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 100%
3 providers - 31.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 55415 ZIP code 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 55415 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 85% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 61% of those living in the 55415 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 55415 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 55415, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 106 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 132 Mbps | 153 Mbps | DSL |
| Consolidated Communications | 78 Mbps | 57 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Minneapolis.
The largest internet providers serving the 55415 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and Mediacom bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 55415 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 100% of the area. Minneapolis’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 31% of residents in the 55415 ZIP code.
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 55415 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55415 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 Minneapolis, $46.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Minneapolis, $1.20.
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 55415 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Minneapolis's providers, 104 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in the 55415 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines 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 Minneapolis, $46.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Minneapolis, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 55415 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Minneapolis's providers, 104 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 55415 ZIP code, covering 31% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55415 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Minneapolis, $46.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Minneapolis, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 55415 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 31% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Minneapolis's providers, 104 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 55415 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 55415 and the greater Minneapolis area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Minneapolis at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Minneapolis at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 55415 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 55415 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 55415. The next fastest internet provider in the 55415 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 31% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 55415 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Minneapolis, $46.99.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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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