Why you can trust Allconnect We compare current internet plans to help you make the best decision for your needs and location. How we review providers How we make money

Internet providers in Sauk Centre, MN

Sauk Centre City Map

Sauk Centre, MN internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL96%
ARROWHEAD - 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
Shop providers Need help? Call: (844) 512-2720

Sauk Centre internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Sauk Centre 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 Sauk Centre area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Sauk Centre residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 46% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Sauk Centre, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are six internet providers serving the Sauk Centre area, and 99.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sauk Centre's six internet providers, prices start at $49.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Sauk Centre

The largest internet providers in Sauk Centre are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Sauk Centre.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Sauk Centre residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 96% of the area. Sauk Centre’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Sauk Centre residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

5 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Sauk Centre covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sauk Centre residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Sauk Centre, $56.98.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sauk Centre, $0.78.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Sauk Centre. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sauk Centre's providers, 38 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

96%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Sauk Centre covering 96% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Sauk Centre 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Sauk Centre, $56.98.

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 Sauk Centre, $0.78.

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 Sauk Centre. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sauk Centre's providers, 38 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Sauk Centre covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Sauk Centre 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Sauk Centre, $56.98.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sauk Centre, $0.78.

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 Sauk Centre. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Sauk Centre's providers, 38 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Sauk Centre with download speeds up to 1,00*0 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Sauk Centre. The next fastest internet provider in Sauk Centre is ARROWHEAD, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Gardonville Telephone offers the cheapest internet in Sauk Centre with plans starting at $49.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Sauk Centre, $56.98.

Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.

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.