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Internet Providers in Karlstad, Minnesota

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Home Internet in Karlstad, MN

  • 1. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Midco
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 9.3%
  • 3. Wikstrom Telephone Company
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 97.8%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Karlstad, MN

Karlstad, Minnesota residents can take advantage of Hughesnet as a prime option for internet services. Hughesnet provides a satellite connection offering 100% coverage. Along with maximum download speeds of 25 Mbps, and a starting price of just $49.99 per month, it's a worthwhile solution for many Karlstad citizens.

That said, Starlink is also an excellent choice, offering 100% city coverage using satellite technology. With Starlink, you could achieve higher download speeds — up to 220 Mbps. Although, it's worth noting that prices start a bit higher at $90 per month.

For residents seeking impressive speeds, the Wikstrom Telephone Company's fiber connection — available to 97% of the city — can reach up to 1 Gbps. Karlstad's tech coverage landscape shows 97% fiber, while satellite and fixed wireless cover 100% and 2% respectively. Both Hughesnet and Starlink provide comprehensive service coverage, while Wikstrom Telephone covers a majority of the city.

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
  • HughesNet
  • Midco
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Wikstrom Telephone Company
97.78%

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Provider Connection Types in Karlstad, MN

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Karlstad, MN
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
97.32%

List of Internet Providers in Karlstad, MN

Provider Type Top Speed
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Midco Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Wikstrom Telephone Company DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Karlstad, MN

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Midco $39/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Wikstrom Telephone Company $44.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
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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