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Internet Providers in Chester, South Dakota

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    • Interlakes Wireless
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Home Internet in Chester, SD

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 99.2%
  • 4. Interlakes Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 38.9%
  • 5. GigFire
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 18%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 17.3%

Best Internet Providers in Chester, SD

As a top internet service provider in Chester, Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative (ITC) harnesses the power of a fiber connection to deliver impressive speeds up to 1 Gbps. With a near-total reach—99% coverage in Chester—almost every resident can enjoy ITC's lightning-quick connectivity. ITC's plans start at $64.95 per month, which makes sense for speed-dependent users like remote workers or fans of high-definition streaming.

On another front, Viasat Internet offers comprehensive coverage in Chester, boasting a coverage availability of 100% through its satellite connection. With maximum download speeds reaching a modest 10 Mbps, Viasat's plans seem to be suitable for occasional users, those who primarily browse the web or use social media. Viasat's plans, starting at only $49.99 per month, provide an economically feasible option for budget-conscious consumers regardless of their location.

Despite Chester's lack of DSL and Cable options, the internet needs of its residents are met through ITC and Viasat's robust fiber and satellite networks. The addition of fixed wireless plans from other providers also plays a part in covering any remaining gaps in the coverage map.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Viasat
  • Always ON
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • HughesNet
  • Interlakes Wireless
  • GigFire
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative
99.22%

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Provider Connection Types in Chester, SD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Chester, SD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
99.03%

List of Internet Providers in Chester, SD

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative Fiber 1 Gbps
Interlakes Wireless Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
GigFire Fixed Wireless 150 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Chester, SD

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 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
Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative $64.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Interlakes Wireless $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
GigFire $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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