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Internet providers in Sleepy Eye, MN
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Sleepy Eye, MN internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Sleepy Eye internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Sleepy Eye 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 Sleepy Eye area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Sleepy Eye residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Sleepy Eye, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Sleepy Eye area, and 99.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sleepy Eye's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Sleepy Eye
The largest internet providers in Sleepy Eye are Mediacom, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Sleepy Eye.
Cable internet from Mediacom is available to nearly all Sleepy Eye residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Sleepy Eye’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Sleepy Eye residents.
Mediacom 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 Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Sleepy Eye covering 100% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sleepy Eye residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Sleepy Eye, $46.66.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sleepy Eye, $1.46.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Sleepy Eye. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sleepy Eye's providers, 350 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 Sleepy Eye covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Sleepy Eye 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 Sleepy Eye, $46.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sleepy Eye, $1.46.
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 Sleepy Eye. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sleepy Eye's providers, 350 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 Sleepy Eye covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Sleepy Eye 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sleepy Eye, $46.66.
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 Sleepy Eye, $1.46.
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 Sleepy Eye. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sleepy Eye's providers, 350 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Sleepy Eye?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Sleepy Eye with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Sleepy Eye. The next fastest internet provider in Sleepy Eye is New Ulm Telecom, Inc., offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 0.375% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Sleepy Eye?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Sleepy Eye with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sleepy Eye, $46.66.
Is fiber internet available in Sleepy Eye?
New Ulm Telecom, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Sleepy Eye, covering 0.375% of the city.
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.
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.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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