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Internet Providers in Fort Thompson, South Dakota

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Home Internet in Fort Thompson, 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. Midstate
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 99%
  • 4. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    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
  • 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%

List of Internet Providers in Fort Thompson, SD

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Midstate Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Fort Thompson, 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
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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