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Internet Providers in Elgin, North Dakota

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Home Internet in Elgin, ND

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.8%
  • 3. West River Telecommunications Cooperative
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 99.6%
  • 4. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Elgin, ND

Elgin, North Dakota residents have access to top-tier internet service providers, with West River Telecommunications Cooperative leading the way. Offering near-total citywide coverage at 99%, the cooperative provides a remarkably swift fiber connection with download speeds up to 1 Gbps. Starting at $79.95 per month, their plan caters to high-demand internet users—those streaming HD video, participating in online gaming, or running a home-based business.

Viasat Internet also has a firm footing in Elgin. They provide satellite connectivity—a stark contrast to the cooperative's fiber connection—but hold the advantage with 100% citywide coverage. Although its maximum download speed caps off at 50 Mbps, Viasat's comprehensive coverage provides an essential internet service for Elgin's underserved areas. Their $49.99 per month plan offers an economical solution for those emphasizing affordability and broad coverage.

Given the lack of DSL, cable, and fixed wireless services in the city, the presence of West River Telecommunications Cooperative and Viasat Internet is essential. Regardless of whether speed or coverage is the priority, residents of Elgin have options that cater to their needs.

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
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • West River Telecommunications Cooperative
99.55000000000001%

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Provider Connection Types in Elgin, ND

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Elgin, ND
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
99.35000000000001%

List of Internet Providers in Elgin, ND

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
West River Telecommunications Cooperative Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Elgin, ND

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
West River Telecommunications Cooperative $79.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 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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