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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.521% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 19% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Communications | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 99.95%
3 providers - 6.17%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Wayzata 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 Wayzata area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Wayzata residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 2.210% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.700% of those living in Wayzata.
There are six internet providers serving the Wayzata area, and 99.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Wayzata's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Wayzata are CenturyLink and Mediacom bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Wayzata.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Wayzata residents, covering 90% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 19% of the area. Wayzata’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 100% of Wayzata residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Wayzata covering 90% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Wayzata 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wayzata, $46.99.
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 Wayzata, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Wayzata. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wayzata's providers, 488 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Wayzata covering 19% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Wayzata than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wayzata, $46.99.
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 Wayzata, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Wayzata. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wayzata's providers, 488 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Wayzata covering 100% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Wayzata residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Wayzata, $46.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wayzata, $1.15.
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 Wayzata. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wayzata's providers, 488 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Wayzata, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Wayzata, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Wayzata and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wayzata at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wayzata at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Wayzata residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Wayzata with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.521% of households in Wayzata. The next fastest internet provider in Wayzata is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Wayzata with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wayzata, $46.99.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Wayzata, covering 19% of the city.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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