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Internet Providers in Columbia, South Dakota

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Home Internet in Columbia, SD
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • CenturyLink
    • XNET WiFi
    • James Valley Telecommunications
    • NVC
    • Starlink
    • Select All
  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 10.5%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 13.3%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 10.5%
  • James Valley Telecommunications
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 35.2%
  • NVC
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 7.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, SD

In Columbia, South Dakota, Viasat Internet stands out as a reliable provider. This satellite service covers 100% of the city, offering a maximum download speed of 12 Mbps for $69.99 per month. Viasat's technology ensures a stable connection where other internet types may falter, though its speed may not support high-bandwidth activities like HD streaming or gaming.

HughesNet, another key provider in Columbia, also offers 100% coverage with its satellite service. It provides higher speeds up to 100 Mbps, starting at $49.99 per month, making it more suitable for various online activities. The combination of higher speed and a lower starting price makes HughesNet a strong choice for budget-conscious consumers.

Despite the comprehensive coverage from satellite providers like Viasat and HughesNet, Columbia still has underserved areas lacking DSL, cable, and fiber options. While fixed wireless covers most of the location, satellite services play a crucial role in ensuring all residents have access to reliable internet.

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
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • 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
  • James Valley Telecommunications
  • NVC
35.15%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Columbia, South Dakota

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Columbia, SD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia, SD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
38.78%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
36.730000000000004%

Internet Providers in Columbia, SD

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $49.99/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
CenturyLink $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
James Valley Telecommunications $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Northern Valley Communications $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, Fixed Wireless
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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