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Internet providers in 58102

58102 internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL82%
Sparklight $45.00 200 - 940 MbpsCable98%
Midcontinent Communications $50.00 10 - 1,000 MbpsCable42%
Consolidated Communications $35.00 50 - 2,000 MbpsDSL14%
702 Communications - -DSL9.190%
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58102 internet service at a glance

At 99%, broadband coverage in the 58102 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of North Dakota - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the 58102 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 35% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.300% of those living in the 58102 ZIP code.

There are eight internet providers serving the 58102 area, and 94.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 58102, prices start at $35 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Fargo

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Midcontinent Communications 136 Mbps 48 Mbps Cable
CenturyLink 63 Mbps 45 Mbps DSL
Sparklight 100 Mbps 11 Mbps Cable
Consolidated Communications 69 Mbps 25 Mbps DSL
702 Communications 58 Mbps 36 Mbps Wireless

Top high-speed internet providers in 58102

The largest internet providers serving the 58102 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and Midcontinent Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 58102 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 98% of the area. Fargo’s third most-available internet provider, Midcontinent Communications, offers cable to around 42% of residents in the 58102 ZIP code.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

82%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 58102 ZIP code, covering 82% 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 Fargo, $52.50.

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 Fargo, $1.03.

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 58102 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fargo's providers, 378 Mbps.

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Sparklight cable internet

Provider

Sparklight

Starting price*
$45/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

50 Mbps

Average availability

98%

Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to nearly all households in the 58102 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.

Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 58102 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Sparklight start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Fargo, $52.50.

Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.23 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fargo, $1.03.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 58102 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fargo's providers, 378 Mbps.

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Midcontinent Communications cable internet

Provider

Midcontinent Communications

Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

42%

Cable from Midcontinent Communications offers broadband to about half of households in the 58102 ZIP code, covering 42% of the area.

Midcontinent Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 58102 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 Fargo, $52.50.

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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fargo, $1.03.

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 58102 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 42% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fargo's providers, 378 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 58102 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 58102 and the greater Fargo area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fargo at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fargo at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 58102 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 58102 frequently asked questions

Consolidated Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 58102 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 14% of households in 58102. The next fastest internet provider in the 58102 ZIP code is Midcontinent Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 42% of the area.

Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in the 58102 ZIP with service starting at $35/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fargo, $52.50.

702 Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 58102 ZIP code, covering 2.780% of the city.

Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.

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.

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.