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Internet providers in 55117
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Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.883% |
CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
Jaguar Communications | - | 3 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.065% |
GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 7.065% |
Nextera | - | - | Wired | 0.041% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Nextera | - | - | Wireless | 90% |
*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?55117 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 55117 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 55117 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 16% of those living in the 55117 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 55117 area, and 99.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 55117, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 55117
The largest internet providers serving the 55117 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 55117 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 90% of the area. Saint Paul’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 55117 ZIP code.

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 all households in the 55117 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55117 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, $46.24.
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 Saint Paul, $2.43.
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 55117 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Saint Paul's providers, 360 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 nearly all households in the 55117 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Saint Paul, $46.24.
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 Saint Paul, $2.43.
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 55117 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Saint Paul's providers, 360 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 the 55117 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 55117 ZIP 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 Saint Paul, $46.24.
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 Saint Paul, $2.43.
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 55117 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Saint Paul's providers, 360 Mbps.
Internet providers in 55117 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 55117?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 55117 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 8.883% of households in 55117. The next fastest internet provider in the 55117 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 55117?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 55117 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Saint Paul, $46.24.
Is fiber internet available in 55117?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 55117 ZIP code, covering 8.883% of the city. Jaguar Communications also offers fiber internet in 55117 and is available to 7.065% of households.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.