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  • EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 4.3%
  • Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 20%
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.8%
  • 5. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    87 Mbps - 415 Mbps
    Rely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 99.8%
  • 6. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 85.6%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 99.8%
  • Consolidated
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 1.2%
  • 8. Nextera
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 100%
  • 9. XO
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 97.4%
  • 10. Starlink
    Speeds Up To
    350 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 11. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.8%

Popular Columbia Heights Internet Deals

Provider Featured deal
EarthLink Save $25 per month on the EarthLink Wireless 5G Home Internet Unlimited plan!
Xfinity Get reliable 300 Mbps internet with an Unlimited mobile line for $40/mo for 5 years! With no term contract — Wi-Fi equipment included
Spectrum Get Spectrum Internet® with a free modem, free antivirus software and no data caps!
Viasat Get $30 off for your first 3 months! Price shown includes promotion; Get $30/mo. off for the first 3 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount.
T-Mobile Limited time. Get a $300 rebate (via virtual prepaid Mastercard) when you activate a new T-Mobile Internet line on an eligible All-In Home Internet plan!

Columbia Heights Home Internet Providers

Provider Plans starting at Speeds up to Connections
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 2 Gbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Cable
Hughesnet $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Xfinity $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 1.2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
T-Mobile $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 87 Mbps - 415 Mbps Rely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details. 5G Internet
CenturyLink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Starlink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 350 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Consolidated $51.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
XNET WiFi $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Viasat $69.99/mo Price shown includes promotion; Get $30/mo. off for first 3 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount. 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink $79.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, 5G Internet

Best Internet Providers in Columbia Heights, MN

CenturyLink Fiber Gigabit is the top choice for Columbia-Heights, Minnesota, offering symmetrical speeds up to [speed-high p="cen-fiber"]. CenturyLink Fiber Gigabit provides reliable fiber technology starting at [price-low p="cen-fiber"] per month. While Xfinity covers more ground, CenturyLink Fiber Gigabit delivers superior performance compared to Xfinity download speeds of up to [speed-high p="xfi-cable"].
Provider Why they're great Who they're great for
EarthLink Highly rated support Customers who want peace of mind and highly responsive, award-winning technical support when they need it most should look to EarthLink.
Xfinity Generous sign-up perks Xfinity is an excellent choice for new customers looking to maximize savings and entertainment with plans that include free premium streaming.
Spectrum Fastest provider Tech-heavy households and gamers who need high-speed service to handle multiple 4K streams and large downloads will be thrilled with Spectrum.
T-Mobile Straightforward pricing Customers who hate hidden costs and want straightforward pricing with no equipment fees and taxes included will love T-Mobile 5G Home Internet.
CenturyLink Unlimited data plans CenturyLink is perfect for households that want the freedom to stream and download without constantly checking strict monthly data limits.

Columbia Heights Cheapest Internet Plans

Spectrum offers the most affordable entry point for Columbia-Heights residents starting at [price-low p="spec-cable"] per month. While Spectrum provides high-speed cable access, Hughesnet serves as a budget alternative with plans beginning at [price-low p="hug-sat"] per month. Spectrum remains the value leader for high-speed users compared to Hughesnet speeds of up to [speed-high p="hug-sat"].
Provider Plan name Price Speeds up to
Spectrum Spectrum Internet® Advantage $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 100 Mbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets.
Viasat Viasat Essentials $39.99/mo Price shown includes promotion; Get $30/mo. off for first 3 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount. 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Hughesnet Lite $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Xfinity 300 Mbps $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
T-Mobile Rely Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 415 Mbps Rely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details.

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbia Heights, MN

XNET WiFi delivers the highest performance in Columbia-Heights with download speeds reaching up to [speed-high p="xne-fixed"]. This fixed wireless service starts at [price-low p="xne-fixed"] per month for those prioritizing raw throughput. Spectrum also offers competitive top-tier speeds up to [speed-high p="spec-cable"], though Spectrum coverage is limited to [cov-loc p="spec-cable"] of the city.
Provider Speeds up to Connection type
Spectrum 2 Gbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Cable
XNET WiFi 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Xfinity 1.2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Nextera 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
CenturyLink 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber

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Internet speed Appropriate for Providers in your area offering this speed Availability in your area
0-25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Hughesnet
99.8%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • EarthLink
  • Viasat Internet
  • T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
  • CenturyLink Fiber Gigabit
  • Consolidated Communications
  • Verizon Business
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video, multiple devices, etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • Spectrum
  • XNET WiFi
  • Nextera Communications
100%

Internet Availability in Columbia Heights, MN

Xfinity provides nearly universal cable coverage across Columbia-Heights reaching [cov-loc p="xfi-cable"] of the area. Plans through Xfinity start at [price-low p="xfi-cable"] per month with download speeds up to [speed-high p="xfi-cable"]. While Starlink reaches [cov-loc p="sta-sat"] of the city via satellite, Xfinity offers a more stable wired connection for most local households.
Connection type Provider with most coverage Columbia Heights availability Starting price
Satellite Starlink 100% $50/mo
5G Internet T-Mobile 5G Home Internet 99.8% $50/mo
Cable Xfinity 99.8% $40/mo
Fixed Wireless XNET WiFi 99.8% $65/mo
DSL CenturyLink 85.6% $55/mo
Fiber CenturyLink Fiber Gigabit 53.1% $50/mo

Columbia Heights Internet Stats

Average internet monthly cost Available speed ranges Available price range Available connection types
$69.28 2 Mbps - 2 Gbps $20/mo - $165/mo 5G Internet, Cable, DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, Satellite

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