Internet Providers in South-Dakota

Customer Satisfaction

South Dakota residents are generally satisfied with their internet services, with an average customer satisfaction rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars. This high rating ranks South Dakota as the top state in the nation for internet customer satisfaction.

• Average Customer Satisfaction Rating - 4.1/5
• National Ranking for Customer Satisfaction - 1st

Internet Access and Availability

Access to high-speed internet is a crucial factor in determining the quality of internet services. South Dakota fares well in this regard, with various internet technologies available to its residents.

Population - 902,542 people

Households with a Computer - 86%

• Comparison - Zero per cent lower than the national average, ranked 34th nationally.

Population with Access to Fiber Internet - 89%

• Comparison - 19% higher than the national average, ranked 7th nationally.

Population with Access to 3 or More Internet Providers - 100%

• Comparison - 22% higher than the national average, ranked 6th nationally.

Households with a Broadband Internet Subscription - 78%

• Comparison - 1% lower than the national average, ranked 34th nationally.

Internet Speed

Internet speed is a critical factor in determining the quality of online experiences. While South Dakota's average download and upload speeds are slightly lower than the national averages, they still provide satisfactory performance.

Average Download Speed - 107.6 Mbps

• Comparison - 19.61% lower than the national average, ranks 39th nationally.

Average Upload Speed - 49.3 Mbps

• Comparison - 26.43% lower than the national average, ranks 31st nationally.

Fastest Internet Providers

Regarding the quickest internet providers in South Dakota, multiple industries offer high-speed internet services. A few of the top South Dakota internet providers are discussed below.

The Quickest Internet Providers in South Dakota

Internet Provider	Average Download Speed	Average Upload Speed	Availability
Xtream Powered by Mediacom	241.94 Mbps	35.31 Mbps	88.27%
Midco	161.79 Mbps	45.76 Mbps	57.54%
Stellar Computer Corporation	110.42 Mbps	89 Mbps	47.47%
Long Lines	89.87 Mbps	12.98 Mbps	79.13%

Internet By Technology Type

South Dakota offers various internet technologies to its residents, including 5G, cable, DSL, fiber, fixed wireless, LTE home, and satellite. Each technology has its own speed and availability.

5G Home

• Average Download Speed - 246.33 Mbps
• Percentage of People with Access - 98.53%
• Availability Percent - 99.02%

Cable

• Average Download Speed - 650.8 Mbps
• Percentage of People with Access - 74.34%
• Availability Percent - 77.13%

DSL

• Average Download Speed - 46.99 Mbps
• Percentage of People with Access - 76.49%
• Availability Percent - 75.27%

Fiber

• Average Download Speed - 926.26 Mbps
• Percentage of People With Access - 85.27%
• Availability Percent - 81.03%

Fixed Wireless

• Average Download Speed - 41.6 Mbps
• Percentage of People with Access - 63.6%
• Availability Percent - 88.82%

LTE Home

• Average Download Speed - 99 Mbps
• Percentage of People With Access - 9.23%
• Availability Percent - 99%

Satellite

• Average Download Speed - 63.34 Mbps
• Percentage of People With Access - 98.85%
• Availability - 100%

Top Cities for Internet in South Dakota

A few cities in South Dakota stand out for their internet connectivity which offers high-speed options and fiber availability.

Best Internet Cities in South Dakota

City	Average Download Speed	Average Upload Speed	Fiber Availability	Quickest Internet Provider
Mitchell	163.06 Mbps	60.19 Mbps	5%	Midco
Huron	142.56 Mbps	46.87 Mbps	21%	SDN Communications
Watertown	141.17 Mbps	55.28 Mbps	86%	Midco
Spearfish	131.5 Mbps	41.74 Mbps	87%	Midco
Sioux Falls	127.87 Mbps	55.75 Mbps	81%	Golden West Telecommunications
Yankton	127.16 Mbps	54.88 Mbps	80%	Midco
Brandon	120.23 Mbps	93.33 Mbps	81%	Midco
Rapid City	114.72 Mbps	33.28 Mbps	76%	Midco

Final Words

South Dakota's internet structure paints a positive picture with high customer satisfaction, a variety of available technologies, and widespread accessibility. Despite slightly lower average speeds compared to the national average, the state offers competitive options from top South Dakota internet providers. Cities like Mitchell, Huron, and Watertown lead the way in providing fast and reliable internet services, making South Dakota a promising destination for both work and leisure in the digital age.

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