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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
BEK Communications Cooperative  | $76.50 | 500 - 2,500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| CSI Cable | $19.99 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**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 - 100.00%
3 providers - 98.16%
4+ providers - 0.00%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Valley City 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 Valley City area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Valley City residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 99% of those living in Valley City.
There are five internet providers serving the Valley City area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Valley City's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,500 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CSI Cable | 36 Mbps | 5 Mbps | Cable |
| BEK Communications Cooperative | 152 Mbps | 66 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Valley City.
The largest internet providers in Valley City are CenturyLink, BEK Communications Cooperative, and CSI Cable bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Valley City.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Valley City residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from BEK Communications Cooperative, which covers 100% of the area. Valley City’s third most-available internet provider, CSI Cable, offers cable to around 100% of Valley City 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in Valley City covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Valley City 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Valley City, $56.29.
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 Valley City, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Valley City. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Valley City's providers, 230 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from BEK Communications Cooperative offers broadband to all households in Valley City covering 100% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from BEK Communications Cooperative is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Valley City than other internet types.
Internet prices for BEK Communications Cooperative start at $76.5/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Valley City, $56.29.
BEK Communications Cooperative customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 500 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.15 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Valley City, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, BEK Communications Cooperative offers download speeds up to 2,500 Mbps and upload speeds up to 500 Mbps in Valley City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Valley City's providers, 230 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from CSI Cable offers broadband to all households in Valley City covering 100% of the area.
CSI Cable’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Valley City residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for CSI Cable start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Valley City, $56.29.
CSI Cable customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Valley City, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CSI Cable offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in Valley City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Valley City's providers, 230 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Valley City, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Valley City, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Valley City and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Valley City at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Valley City at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Valley City residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
BEK Communications Cooperative is the fastest internet provider in Valley City with download speeds up to 2,500 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Valley City. The next fastest internet provider in Valley City is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
CSI Cable offers the cheapest internet in Valley City with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Valley City, $56.29.
BEK Communications Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Valley City, covering 100% of the city.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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