Who is our top ranked provider in Carlton MN? [Updated]

Best Carlton Internet Service Providers

There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Carlton, Minnesota and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Carlton:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Mediacom	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	98.5%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	140 Mbps	20 Mbps	62.1%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	AirFiber	wireless	30 Mbps	10 Mbps	23.0%

Carlton MN Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Carlton have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Carlton are compared to Carlton County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Minnesota overall?
Average download speeds in Carlton of 12.76 Mbps are slower than the Carlton County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Minnesota.

Carlton Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Carlton is 55.2% slower than the average in Minnesota and 60.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 56.8% of the Carlton County population
The average internet download speed in Carlton is 12.76 Mbps based upon 696 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 95.5% of the Carlton population
Fiber optic internet is available to 1.8% of Carlton residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Carlton, MN providing service to at least 15% of the city

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Carlton residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Mediacom as the top provider for Carlton, Minnesota.

How do the internet speeds in Carlton compare to other cities in Minnesota?

Click through to see how the Carlton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Mayer, Montrose, New Prague, North Branch, Shoreview, St Paul, Warren

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Carlton, MN residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Carlton, Minnesota?

The following zip codes were used: 55718 and 55733

Who has the fastest internet service in Carlton?

Mediacom with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Carlton.

Carlton Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.