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Internet providers in Aberdeen, SD
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Aberdeen, SD internet providers
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CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
MIDCO | - | 150 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
James Valley Cooperative Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 98% |
James Valley Cooperative Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 8.248% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Northern Wireless Communications, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
James Valley Cooperative Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Aberdeen internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Aberdeen is comparable to the rest of South Dakota - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Aberdeen area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Aberdeen residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.250% of those living in Aberdeen.
There are six internet providers serving the Aberdeen area, and 99.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Aberdeen's six internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Aberdeen
The largest internet providers in Aberdeen are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Aberdeen.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Aberdeen residents, covering 87% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Aberdeen’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Aberdeen residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet
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DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Aberdeen covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Aberdeen 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Aberdeen, $51.66.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aberdeen, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Aberdeen. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Aberdeen's providers, 43 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Aberdeen covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Aberdeen 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Aberdeen, $51.66.
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 Aberdeen, $3.23.
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 Aberdeen. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Aberdeen's providers, 43 Mbps.

Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Aberdeen covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Aberdeen 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Aberdeen, $51.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aberdeen, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Aberdeen. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Aberdeen's providers, 43 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Aberdeen?
MIDCO is the fastest internet provider in Aberdeen with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Aberdeen. The next fastest internet provider in Aberdeen is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 87% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Aberdeen?
CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in Aberdeen with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Aberdeen, $51.66.
Is fiber internet available in Aberdeen?
James Valley Cooperative Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Aberdeen, covering 8.248% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.