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Internet Providers in Wounded Knee, South Dakota

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Home Internet in Wounded Knee, SD

  • 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: 100%
  • 3. Golden West Telecommunications
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL
    Availability: 69.6%
  • 4. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Wounded Knee, SD

For Wounded Knee, South Dakota, Viasat Internet ranks as the leading internet service, provided residents can access it. Viasat uses a satellite connection and ensures 100% coverage across the community. It offers a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, which is quite high for a satellite provider. However, the starting price of $99.99 per month might be steep for some. Despite this, its extensive coverage and robust speed make Viasat a viable option for many households.

HughesNet offers a solid alternative for those on a budget. It uses a satellite connection and also provides 100% coverage in Wounded Knee. With a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps, HughesNet meets typical internet needs like browsing, streaming, and video conferencing. The starting price of $49.99 per month makes it a more affordable choice for residents.

Across Wounded Knee, satellite internet enjoys universal availability. DSL covers 71% of the area, while cable reaches only 4%. There is no fiber or fixed wireless service, highlighting a gap in these technologies. Some providers aim to bridge this gap to ensure consistent satellite internet access throughout the community.

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
  • Golden West Telecommunications
69.57%

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Provider Connection Types in Wounded Knee, SD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Wounded Knee, SD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
71.28%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
4.26%

List of Internet Providers in Wounded Knee, SD

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Golden West Telecommunications Fiber, DSL 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Wounded Knee, SD

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
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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