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

Parkers Prairie, MN High Speed Internet Service

There are a total of 3 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Parkers Prairie, 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 Parkers Prairie:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Arvig Enterprises	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	100.0%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Parkers Prairie 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 Parkers Prairie 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 Parkers Prairie of 3.9 Mbps are slower than the Otter Tail County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Minnesota.

Parkers Prairie Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Parkers Prairie is 3.9 Mbps. This is 21.5% slower than the Otter Tail County average and 66.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 49.9% of Otter Tail County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 41.0% of Otter Tail County residents
The average internet download speed in Otter Tail County is 24.28 Mbps based upon 80216 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Parkers Prairie is 29.9% slower than the average in Minnesota and 38.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Parkers Prairie is 19.96 Mbps based upon 4984 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Parkers Prairie 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 Arvig Enterprises as the top provider for Parkers Prairie, Minnesota.

Who has the fastest internet service in Parkers Prairie?

Arvig Enterprises with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Parkers Prairie.

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

The following zip codes were used: 56361

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

Click through to see how the Parkers Prairie broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bird Island, Crookston, Grand Rapids, Hermantown, St Paul Park, Virginia, Waite Park

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Parkers Prairie - Arvig Enterprises.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

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

Arvig Enterprises provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Parkers Prairie.

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 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.

Parkers Prairie 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.