| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 13% |
AccessMedia3  | - | - | Cable | 3.400% |
| Consolidated Communications | $35.00 | 50 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 2.070% |
| VelocityTelephone | $39.99 | 15 - 940 Mbps | Wired | 1.250% |
| 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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 100.00%
3 providers - 8.84%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 55113 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 55113 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.750% of those living in the 55113 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 55113 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 55113, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 55113 ZIP code are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 55113 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 93% of the area. Saint Paul’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 13% of residents in the 55113 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 55113 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55113 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 Saint Paul, $48.33.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Saint Paul, $1.67.
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 55113 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saint Paul's providers, 241 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 nearly all households in the 55113 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 Saint Paul, $48.33.
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 Saint Paul, $1.67.
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 55113 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saint Paul's providers, 241 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.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 55113 ZIP code, covering 13% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 55113 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Saint Paul, $48.33.
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 Saint Paul, $1.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 55113 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saint Paul's providers, 241 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 55113 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 55113 and the greater Saint Paul area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Saint Paul at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Saint Paul at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 55113 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 55113 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 55113. The next fastest internet provider in the 55113 ZIP code is Consolidated Communications, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 2.070% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 55113 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Saint Paul, $48.33.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 55113 ZIP code, covering 13% of the city.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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