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Internet Providers in Howes, South Dakota

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Home Internet in Howes, 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. Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority
    Speeds Up To
    250 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 58.3%
  • 4. Golden West Telecommunications
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL
    Availability: 21.8%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Howes, SD

In Howes, South Dakota, Viasat Internet provides a reliable option for residents. Offering a satellite connection with complete coverage, Viasat ensures consistent access no matter where you live. With a maximum download speed of 12 Mbps, the service starts at $69.99 per month, making it a dependable choice, particularly for areas lacking DSL or cable. Though moderate in speed, Viasat’s extensive reach guarantees access for all residents.

Hughesnet also covers 100% of Howes with its satellite connection. It delivers higher speeds of up to 100 Mbps at a starting price of $49.99 per month, offering a faster and more affordable alternative. Starlink stands out with the highest download speed of 220 Mbps, though it costs $120 per month. This option suits those who need high-speed internet and can afford higher monthly fees. These satellite services from Viasat, Hughesnet, and Starlink ensure that every part of Howes has reliable internet access.

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
  • Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Golden West Telecommunications
21.790000000000003%

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Provider Connection Types in Howes, SD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Howes, SD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
13.69%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
63.1%

List of Internet Providers in Howes, SD

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority Fiber 250 Mbps
Golden West Telecommunications Fiber, DSL 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Howes, 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
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority $74/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 250 Mbps *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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