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Internet Providers in Shafer, Minnesota

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Home Internet in Shafer, MN
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • Hughesnet
    • Frontier
    • XNET WiFi
    • Midco
    • EarthLink
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 11.8%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Frontier
    Call For Details: (855) 915-4111
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 86.4%
  • 5. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.8%
  • Midco
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, Cable
    Availability: 46.5%
  • EarthLink
    Download Speeds:
    500 Mbps - 2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 6.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Shafer, MN

In Shafer, Minnesota, Frontier stands out as the leading internet service provider with DSL connections that reach download speeds of 115 Mbps. Covering 86.40% of the city, Frontier offers plans starting at $64.99 per month. This balance of speed and cost makes it a strong choice for residents who need reliable internet for daily use. However, its slightly less extensive coverage might limit availability in some parts of the city.

Viasat Internet and Hughesnet offer satellite connections that cover 100% of Shafer, ensuring every resident has access. Viasat delivers download speeds of up to 150 Mbps, with plans starting at $99.99 per month, making it the fastest but also the priciest option. Hughesnet, on the other hand, provides download speeds of 100 Mbps at a more affordable starting price of $49.99 per month. Though slower, Hughesnet offers an economically viable choice for those who prioritize coverage and affordability over speed. Satellite services from Viasat and Hughesnet are particularly beneficial in areas where DSL and other connection types are less reliable or unavailable.

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
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Frontier
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Midco
  • EarthLink
46.52%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Shafer, Minnesota

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Provider Connection Types in Shafer, MN

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Shafer, MN
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
80.63%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
46.01%

Internet Providers in Shafer, MN

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $79.99/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
Frontier $64.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 115 Mbps DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Midco $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, Cable
EarthLink Fiber $59.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 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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