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Internet providers in Thief River Falls, MN
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Thief River Falls, MN internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 20 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Sjoberg's Inc. | - | - | Cable | 99% |
| Sjoberg's Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.128% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wikstrom Telephone Company, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 99% |
*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?Thief River Falls internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Thief River Falls 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 Thief River Falls area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Thief River Falls residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Thief River Falls, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Thief River Falls area, and 97.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Thief River Falls's five internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Thief River Falls
The largest internet providers in Thief River Falls are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Thief River Falls.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Thief River Falls residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Thief River Falls’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Thief River Falls residents.
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 Thief River Falls covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Thief River Falls 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Thief River Falls, $51.66.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Thief River Falls, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Thief River Falls. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Thief River Falls's providers, 17 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 Thief River Falls covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Thief River Falls 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Thief River Falls, $51.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Thief River Falls, $3.23.
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 Thief River Falls. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Thief River Falls's providers, 17 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Thief River Falls covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Thief River Falls 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 Thief River Falls, $51.66.
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 Thief River Falls, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Thief River Falls. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Thief River Falls's providers, 17 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Thief River Falls?
Sjoberg's Inc. is the fastest internet provider in Thief River Falls with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Thief River Falls. The next fastest internet provider in Thief River Falls is Sjoberg's Inc., offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 0.128% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Thief River Falls?
CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in Thief River Falls with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Thief River Falls, $51.66.
Is fiber internet available in Thief River Falls?
Sjoberg's Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Thief River Falls, covering 0.128% of the city.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
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.
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.
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.
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