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Internet Providers in Fort Thompson, South Dakota

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Home Internet in Fort Thompson, SD
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • Midstate
    • Starlink
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  • 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: 34.8%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Midstate
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 99%
  • 5. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Fort Thompson, SD

In Fort Thompson, South Dakota, Starlink stands out with a maximum download speed of 220 Mbps. Priced at $120 per month, it is more costly than other providers but offers unmatched performance for those needing fast internet. Starlink covers the entire community, ensuring access no matter the location.

Viasat and Hughesnet offer solid alternatives. Viasat provides a satellite connection with full coverage and a top speed of 12 Mbps. At $69.99 per month, it is slower but universally available, making it a good option in areas lacking other connection types. Hughesnet also covers 100% of the area via satellite, offering speeds up to 100 Mbps for $49.99 per month. This positions Hughesnet as a balanced choice between the pricier Starlink and the slower Viasat, meeting a variety of internet needs in the community.

Despite these options, some areas remain underserved by high-speed internet. This highlights the need for more extensive technology beyond satellite solutions.

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
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Midstate
98.96000000000001%

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Provider Connection Types in Fort Thompson, SD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Fort Thompson, 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
98.54%

Internet Providers in Fort Thompson, 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
Midstate Communications $74.95/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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