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Internet Providers in Watauga, South Dakota

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Home Internet in Watauga, 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. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Standing Rock Telecom
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.8%

Best Internet Providers in Watauga, SD

Watauga, South Dakota residents should check out Viasat Internet if available. Viasat offers a satellite connection with 100% community-wide coverage. Its maximum download speed of 12 Mbps isn't the fastest, but its reach makes it accessible to everyone. The starting price is $69.99 per month, catering to those prioritizing availability over speed. This comprehensive coverage benefits Watauga residents.

Alternatively, HughesNet and Starlink present notable options. HughesNet also boasts 100% community coverage with its satellite connection, offering a substantial download speed of 100 Mbps. It starts at $49.99 per month. Starlink provides the fastest satellite speeds in Watauga, with a maximum of 220 Mbps, but at a higher starting price of $120 per month.

In Watauga, where DSL, cable, and fiber options are non-existent, and fixed wireless covers 85% of the area, satellite providers like Viasat, HughesNet, and Starlink play a crucial role. They ensure every resident has 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
  • Standing Rock Telecom
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%

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Provider Connection Types in Watauga, SD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Watauga, SD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%

List of Internet Providers in Watauga, SD

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Standing Rock Telecom Fixed Wireless 10 Mbps

Internet Providers in Watauga, 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
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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