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Internet providers in Sioux Falls, SD
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Sioux Falls, SD internet providers
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CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.345% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 59% |
| Midcontinent Communications | $49.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Vast Broadband | $39.99 | 4 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 26% |
| Vast Broadband | $39.99 | 4 - 8 Mbps | DSL | 0.059% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| SpeedConnect | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 8.848% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Sioux Falls internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
154112
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.63%
2 providers - 98.02%
3 providers - 25.13%
4+ providers - 0.22%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Sioux Falls residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.370% of those living in Sioux Falls.
There are seven internet providers serving the Sioux Falls area, and 98.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sioux Falls's seven internet providers, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Sioux Falls
The largest internet providers in Sioux Falls are CenturyLink, Midcontinent Communications, and Vast Broadband bringing DSL and cable options to Sioux Falls.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most Sioux Falls residents, covering 59% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Midcontinent Communications, which covers 99% of the area. Sioux Falls’s third most-available internet provider, Vast Broadband, offers cable to around 26% of Sioux Falls residents.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in Sioux Falls covering 59% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Sioux Falls 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sioux Falls, $47.48.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sioux Falls, $2.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Sioux Falls. These download speeds are available to 59% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sioux Falls's providers, 480 Mbps.
Midcontinent Communications cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Midcontinent Communications offers broadband to all households in Sioux Falls covering 99% of the area.
Midcontinent Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sioux Falls residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Midcontinent Communications start at $49.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sioux Falls, $47.48.
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 Sioux Falls, $2.50.
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 Sioux Falls. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sioux Falls's providers, 480 Mbps.
Vast Broadband cable internet
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Cable from Vast Broadband offers broadband to some, but not many households in Sioux Falls covering 26% of the area.
Vast Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sioux Falls residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Vast Broadband start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Sioux Falls, $47.48.
Vast Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 4 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $10.00 per Mbps, significantly lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sioux Falls, $2.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Vast Broadband offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Sioux Falls. These download speeds are available to 26% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sioux Falls's providers, 480 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Sioux Falls, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Sioux Falls, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Sioux Falls and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sioux Falls at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Sioux Falls at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Sioux Falls residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Sioux Falls?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Sioux Falls with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 5.345% of households in Sioux Falls. The next fastest internet provider in Sioux Falls is Midcontinent Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Sioux Falls?
SpeedConnect offers the cheapest internet in Sioux Falls with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Sioux Falls, $47.48.
Is fiber internet available in Sioux Falls?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Sioux Falls, covering 5.345% of the city.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
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.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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