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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 58% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.440% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 52% |
| Midcontinent Communications | $50.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Communications | - | - | Wireless | 77% |
*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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 94.54%
3 providers - 20.56%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 55092 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 55092 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 77% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 16% of those living in the 55092 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 55092 area, and 94.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 55092, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 55092 ZIP code are Frontier, CenturyLink, and Midcontinent Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to most in the 55092 ZIP code, covering 58% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 52% of the area. Wyoming’s third most-available internet provider, Midcontinent Communications, offers cable to around 98% of residents in the 55092 ZIP code.
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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 Frontier offers broadband to about half of households in the 55092 ZIP code, covering 58% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Wyoming, $51.66.
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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 about half of households in the 55092 ZIP code, covering 52% 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wyoming, $51.66.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wyoming, $2.46.
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 55092 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 52% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wyoming's providers, 280 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 Midcontinent Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in the 55092 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Midcontinent Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 55092 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Midcontinent Communications start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wyoming, $51.66.
Midcontinent Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wyoming, $2.46.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Midcontinent Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 55092 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wyoming's providers, 280 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 55092 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 55092 and the greater Wyoming area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wyoming at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wyoming at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 55092 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 55092 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.440% of households in 55092. The next fastest internet provider in the 55092 ZIP code is Midcontinent Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 55092 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wyoming, $51.66.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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