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Internet Providers in Deer River, Minnesota

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    • Viasat
    • HughesNet
    • Arvig
    • Johnson Telephone Company
    • Paul Bunyan Telephone
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Lowest Price
  • Availability

Home Internet in Deer River, MN

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 88.1%
  • 2. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.7%
  • 3. Arvig
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 8.6%
  • Johnson Telephone Company
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 6.1%
  • Paul Bunyan Telephone
    Speeds Up To
    250 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL
    Availability: 83.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Deer River, MN

In Deer River, Minnesota, Paul Bunyan Telephone tops the list of internet service providers, serving 83% of the city with both DSL and fiber connections. With a download speed of up to 1 Gbps, it's optimal for intensive online activities such as gaming, streaming, or multiple user support. Starting at $60 per month, Paul Bunyan Telephone is a compelling blend of speed and reach.

Viasat Internet trails close behind as Deer Rivers's second most widely used service provider. Though its satellite-based service lends a slightly broader reach of 89% coverage, its maximum download speed is much less, offering 30 Mbps. However, with a lower starting price of $49.99 per month, Viasat presents a reliable, affordable option for households with moderate internet usage.

Overall, the diverse offerings in Deer River indicate that residents have a bouquet of plans to select from, which align neatly with their specific internet needs and budget. Whether you prioritize speed, coverage, cost—or a balance of all three—the city's service providers have you covered.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Paul Bunyan Telephone
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Arvig
  • Johnson Telephone Company
8.559999999999999%

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Provider Connection Types in Deer River, MN

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Deer River, MN
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
10.549999999999999%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
96.87%

List of Internet Providers in Deer River, MN

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Arvig DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Johnson Telephone Company DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Paul Bunyan Telephone Fiber, DSL 250 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Deer River, MN

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Arvig $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Johnson Telephone Company $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Paul Bunyan Telephone $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 250 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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