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Internet providers in New Ulm, MN
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New Ulm, MN internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 1.396% |
| New Ulm Telecom, Inc. | - | - | DSL | 99% |
| New Ulm Telecom, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| LTD Broadband | $50 | 6 - 244 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| New Ulm Telecom, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 61% |
| Arvig Enterprises, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 16% |
| Minnesota Valley Television Improvement Corporation | - | - | Wireless | 9.722% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?New Ulm internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in New Ulm 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 New Ulm area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of New Ulm residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in New Ulm.
There are eight internet providers serving the New Ulm area, and 96.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among New Ulm's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in New Ulm
The largest internet providers in New Ulm are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to New Ulm.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all New Ulm residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. New Ulm’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of New Ulm residents.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in New Ulm covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but New Ulm 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 New Ulm, $43.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in New Ulm, $1.83.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 250 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in New Ulm. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all New Ulm's providers, 309 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in New Ulm covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of New Ulm 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in New Ulm, $43.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in New Ulm, $1.83.
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 New Ulm. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all New Ulm's providers, 309 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in New Ulm covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of New Ulm 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in New Ulm, $43.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in New Ulm, $1.83.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in New Ulm. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all New Ulm's providers, 309 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in New Ulm?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in New Ulm with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.396% of households in New Ulm. The next fastest internet provider in New Ulm is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in New Ulm?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in New Ulm with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in New Ulm, $43.99.
Is fiber internet available in New Ulm?
New Ulm Telecom, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in New Ulm, covering 11% of the city.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
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.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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