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Internet Providers in Bismarck, North Dakota

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Home Internet in Bismarck, ND

  • 1. Quantum Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    8 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 8.8%
    Bismarck speed tests confirm high speeds for Quantum Fiber
  • 2. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 69.1%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 30.4%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.3%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.3%
  • 7. BEK Communications
    Speeds Up To
    2.5 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 5.8%
  • 8. Midco
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber, Cable
    Availability: 88.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 34.7%

Home Internet Summary in Bismarck, ND

In Bismarck, North Dakota, Verizon offers 5G internet with a maximum download speed of 50 Mbps. Covering 31.40% of the city, Verizon's service starts at $50 per month. Utilizing 5G technology, Verizon aims to deliver high-speed internet across many urban and suburban areas. This combination of speed and affordability makes Verizon a strong choice for residents in its coverage zone.

Viasat Internet, a satellite provider, covers 30.40% of Bismarck and provides a robust maximum download speed of 150 Mbps. However, this speed comes with a higher starting price of $99.99 per month. Satellite connectivity allows Viasat to serve areas where terrestrial internet might be unavailable, though latency or slower speeds may occur under certain conditions. Viasat's broad coverage is crucial for those outside Verizon's reach.

Best Internet Providers in Bismarck, ND

Midco and CenturyLink are the best internet providers in Bismarck. Midco is the better of the two, as it boasts coverage across the city and offers both a cable and fiber network. It delivers stellar download speeds reaching into the gigabits.

CenturyLink is the next-best choice for Bismarck residents. Download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps on its fiber-powered network, and its lowest-tier internet plan costs $50 per month.

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
  • CenturyLink
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Quantum Fiber
  • BEK Communications
  • Midco
88.31%

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Provider Connection Types in Bismarck, ND

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Bismarck, ND
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
12.3%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
90.89%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
15.24%

List of Internet Providers in Bismarck, ND

Provider Type Top Speed
Quantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps
CenturyLink DSL, Fiber 940 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
BEK Communications Fiber 2.5 Gbps
Midco Fiber, Cable 5 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps

Internet Providers in Bismarck, ND

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Quantum Fiber $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 8 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
CenturyLink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
BEK Communications Cooperative $96.5/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2.5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Midco $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, Cable
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet

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