Compare 57785 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Sturgis – 86 Mbps
SD – 104 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Sturgis – 19 Mbps
SD – 32 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Sturgis.
Internet providers in 57785
Find internet providers serving the 57785 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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57785 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.760% |
Vast Broadband  | $39.00 | - | Cable | 98% |
| Midcontinent Communications | $50.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| Vast Broadband | $39.00 | - | DSL | 3.940% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Celerity Networks | $59.95 | 100 - 400 Mbps | Wireless | 29% |
| Western Communications | $48.00 | 10 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 19% |
*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.
Need help?57785 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4547
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.47%
2 providers - 97.82%
3 providers - 88.07%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 57785 ZIP code 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 57785 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 51% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in the 57785 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 57785 area, and 97.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 57785, prices start at $39 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Sturgis
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 42 Mbps | 19 Mbps | DSL |
| Midcontinent Communications | 54 Mbps | 37 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Sturgis.
Top high-speed internet providers in 57785
The largest internet providers serving the 57785 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Vast Broadband, and Midcontinent Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 57785 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Vast Broadband, which covers 98% of the area. Sturgis’s third most-available internet provider, Midcontinent Communications, offers cable to around 94% of residents in the 57785 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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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 nearly all households in the 57785 ZIP code, covering 92% 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 Sturgis, $53.66.
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 Sturgis, $2.06.
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 57785 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sturgis's providers, 84 Mbps.
Vast Broadband cable internet
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Cable from Vast Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in the 57785 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Vast Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 57785 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 Sturgis, $53.66.
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 Sturgis, $2.06.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Vast Broadband offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 57785 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Sturgis's providers, 84 Mbps.
Midcontinent Communications cable internet
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Cable from Midcontinent Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in the 57785 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Midcontinent Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 57785 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 Sturgis, $53.66.
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 Sturgis, $2.06.
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 57785 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sturgis's providers, 84 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 57785 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 57785 and the greater Sturgis area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sturgis at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sturgis at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 57785 ZIP, 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 Sturgis 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 Sturgis cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 57785 frequently asked questions
Midcontinent Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 57785 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 57785. The next fastest internet provider in the 57785 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 92% of the area.
Vast Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 57785 ZIP with service starting at $39/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sturgis, $53.66.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 57785 ZIP code, covering 1.760% of the city.
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.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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