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

Dawson, MN High Speed Internet Service

There are a total of 7 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Dawson, 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 Dawson:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Mediacom	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	97.8%
2	Farmers Mutual	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	77.8%
3	LTD Broadband	wireless	250 Mbps	250 Mbps	81.1%
4	Minnesota Valley	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
5	Frontier	DSL	45 Mbps	3 Mbps	99.5%
6	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
7	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Dawson 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 Dawson 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

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Dawson of 17.75 Mbps are faster than the Lac qui Parle County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Minnesota.

Dawson Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 97.8% of the Dawson population
Fiber optic internet is available to 77.7% of Dawson residents
There are 7 residential internet providers in Dawson, MN providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Dawson is 30.3% faster than the Lac qui Parle County average and 32.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Dawson is 43.04 Mbps based upon 2192 measurements taken in the last 12 months
DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Dawson residents

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 Dawson 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 Dawson, Minnesota.

Who has the fastest internet service in Dawson?

Mediacom and Farmers Mutual with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Dawson.

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

Click through to see how the Dawson broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Albertville, Circle Pines, Cold Spring, Fosston, Lauderdale, Madelia, Stewartville

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Dawson, Minnesota?

Minnesota Valley provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Dawson.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 7 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Dawson, 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 Dawson, Minnesota?

The following zip codes were used: 56232

Dawson 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.