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Internet providers in 55387
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 5.195% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 50 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.858% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Jaguar Communications | - | 3 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.426% |
| Nextera | - | - | Wired | 2.731% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Broadband Corp. | - | - | Wireless | 10% |
| Nextera | - | - | Wireless | 0.799% |
*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?55387 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 55387 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 55387 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 13% of those living in the 55387 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 55387 area, and 96.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 55387, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 55387
The largest internet providers serving the 55387 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 55387 ZIP code, covering 85% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 97% of the area. Waconia’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 55387 ZIP code.
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 55387 ZIP code, covering 85% 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 Waconia, $42.59.
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 Waconia, $1.70.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 55387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waconia's providers, 241 Mbps.
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 nearly all households in the 55387 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55387 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 Waconia, $42.59.
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 Waconia, $1.70.
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 55387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Waconia's providers, 241 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 55387 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 55387 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 Waconia, $42.59.
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 Waconia, $1.70.
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 55387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waconia's providers, 241 Mbps.
Internet providers in 55387 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 55387?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 55387 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 55387. The next fastest internet provider in the 55387 ZIP code is Jaguar Communications, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 7.426% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 55387?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 55387 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waconia, $42.59.
Is fiber internet available in 55387?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 55387 ZIP code, covering 8.858% of the city. Jaguar Communications also offers fiber internet in 55387 and is available to 7.426% of households.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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