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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| Midcontinent Communications | $50.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Vast Broadband  | $39.00 | 4 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Celerity Networks | $59.95 | 100 - 400 Mbps | Wireless | 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 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 - 99.76%
2 providers - 99.13%
3 providers - 91.40%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Spearfish 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 Spearfish area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Spearfish residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 18% of the area. No DSL providers are currently available in Spearfish, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Spearfish area, and 99.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Spearfish's six internet providers, prices start at $39 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Spearfish are CenturyLink, Midcontinent Communications, and Vast Broadband bringing DSL and cable options to Spearfish.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Spearfish residents, covering 85% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Midcontinent Communications, which covers 99% of the area. Spearfish’s third most-available internet provider, Vast Broadband, offers cable to around 97% of Spearfish 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Spearfish covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Spearfish 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 Spearfish, $54.80.
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 Spearfish, $2.03.
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 Spearfish. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Spearfish's providers, 226 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 all households in Spearfish covering 99% of the area.
Midcontinent Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Spearfish 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 Spearfish, $54.80.
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 Spearfish, $2.03.
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 Spearfish. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Spearfish's providers, 226 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 Vast Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in Spearfish covering 97% of the area.
Vast Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Spearfish residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Vast Broadband start at $39/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Spearfish, $54.80.
Vast Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 4 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $9.75 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Spearfish, $2.03.
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 Spearfish. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Spearfish's providers, 226 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Spearfish, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Spearfish, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Spearfish and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Spearfish at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Spearfish at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Spearfish residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Spearfish may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Spearfish cable and DSL internet providers.
Midcontinent Communications is the fastest internet provider in Spearfish with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Spearfish. The next fastest internet provider in Spearfish is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 85% of the area.
Vast Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Spearfish with plans starting at $39/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Spearfish, $54.80.
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.
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.
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%.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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