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Internet providers in Oakdale, MN
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.176% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 8.763% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 1.5 Mbps | DSL | 4.518% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Nextera | - | - | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Oakdale internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Oakdale 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 Oakdale area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Oakdale residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Oakdale, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Oakdale area, and 98.20% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Oakdale's seven internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Oakdale
The largest internet providers in Oakdale are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Oakdale.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Oakdale residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 99% of the area. Oakdale’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Oakdale 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 Oakdale covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Oakdale 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 Oakdale, $42.00.
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 Oakdale, $2.47.
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 Oakdale. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Oakdale's providers, 288 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in Oakdale covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Oakdale 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Oakdale, $42.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Oakdale, $2.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Oakdale. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Oakdale's providers, 288 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 Oakdale covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Oakdale 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 Oakdale, $42.00.
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 Oakdale, $2.47.
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 Oakdale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Oakdale's providers, 288 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Oakdale?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Oakdale with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.176% of households in Oakdale. The next fastest internet provider in Oakdale is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Oakdale?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Oakdale with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Oakdale, $42.00.
Is fiber internet available in Oakdale?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Oakdale, covering 0.176% of the city.
How do I get faster 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.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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