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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in South Dakota
Midco is the largest land-based internet provider in South Dakota, offering cable, fiber, and fixed wireless internet across more than half the state. CenturyLink is a close second in size, delivering mainly DSL internet and some fiber. Two smaller cable internet providers are also available, depending on where you live: Golden West and JVI. If you can't get wired internet where you live, Rise Broadband and T-Mobile have your back with fixed wireless services. Satellite internet is available all across the state.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from customers in South Dakota.
That ranks South Dakota 1st nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in South Dakota
4.1/5 average customer satisfaction rating
1st
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$55.88 average price per payment for internet, per household
98.4% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
4.1/5 average customer service rating of internet services
4/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
902,542 people
2.61 average people per household
$57,086 average income per household
41 average age per household
60% of population employed
0% higher than national average
Ranked 35th nationally
12% higher than national average
Ranked 15th nationally
12% higher than national average
Ranked 40th nationally
1% lower than national average
Ranked 34th nationally
Fastest internet providers in South Dakota
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtream Powered by Mediacom | 202.36 Mbps | 36 Mbps | 88.27% | View Plans for Xtream Powered by Mediacom |
| Midco | 168.37 Mbps | 47.77 Mbps | 57.54% | View Plans for Midco |
| Long Lines | 102.13 Mbps | 13.97 Mbps | 79.13% | View Plans for Long Lines |
| Golden West Telecommunications | 86.61 Mbps | 102.72 Mbps | 69.56% | View Plans for Golden West Telecommunications |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245.3 Mbps | 90.44% | 91.58% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 627.27 Mbps | 76.22% | 77.27% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 46.55 Mbps | 61.85% | 74.85% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 886.65 Mbps | 85.69% | 80.77% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 41.68 Mbps | 71.35% | 88.8% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| LTE Home | 150 Mbps | 1.25% | 98% | See all providers for LTE Home |
| Satellite | 100 Mbps | 96.83% | 100% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in South Dakota
Cities in South Dakota with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown | 164.16 Mbps | 48.22 Mbps | 86% | Midco |
| Mitchell | 159.17 Mbps | 47.74 Mbps | 5% | Midco |
| Spearfish | 135.5 Mbps | 35.39 Mbps | 87% | Midco |
| Sioux Falls | 132.11 Mbps | 63.56 Mbps | 81% | Long Lines |
| Yankton | 128.06 Mbps | 46.35 Mbps | 80% | Midco |
| Rapid City | 123.53 Mbps | 34.34 Mbps | 76% | Midco |
| Aberdeen | 117.99 Mbps | 31.12 Mbps | 81% | Midco |
| Brandon | 112.02 Mbps | 90.57 Mbps | 81% | Midco |
Watertown is the best city in South Dakota for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Mitchell and Spearfish also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in South Dakota
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | 184,643 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Lake Poinsett | 501 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Spearfish | 16,286 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Box Elder | 8,167 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Rapid City | 97,848 | 98% | 98% | 98% |
| Deadwood | 2,189 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Sioux Falls is the most internet-connected city in South Dakota. Sioux Falls makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Sioux Falls's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Lake Poinsett and Spearfish also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in South Dakota
Sioux Falls
Population: 184,643
Median income: $67,970
132.11 Mbps
avg. download speed
63.56 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Rapid City
Population: 97,848
Median income: $72,217
123.53 Mbps
avg. download speed
34.34 Mbps
avg. upload speed
98.47% have access to high speed internet
98.47% have access to fiber internet
98.47% have access to 3 or more providers
Aberdeen
Population: 32,831
Median income: $61,505
117.99 Mbps
avg. download speed
31.12 Mbps
avg. upload speed
98.31% have access to high speed internet
98.31% have access to fiber internet
98.31% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
South Dakota FAQs
What are the best internet providers in South Dakota?
T-Mobile and CenturyLink are the only two internet providers in South Dakota that scored in our annual customer satisfaction survey. That said, T-Mobile outranks CenturyLink in every category, taking the top spot in three out of five categories. You can't go wrong with T-Mobile regarding speed, pricing, reliability, and customer service.
Where can I get fiber internet in South Dakota?
Fiber internet is hard to find in South Dakota. You'll see it from CenturyLink, Midco, and Bluepeak around Rapid City and Sioux Falls. Midco has a few hotspots here and there, as does CenturyLink in places like Pierre and Chamberlain.
What are the fastest internet providers in South Dakota?
Midco and Bluepeak are the fastest internet providers in South Dakota, with fiber internet speeds reaching up to 5,000Mbps. CenturyLink is the only home fiber internet supplier in the state that doesn't go above a gigabit. Midco, Golden West, and JVI have download speeds capped at 1,000Mbps on the cable internet front.
