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

Best Vermillion Internet Service Providers

There are a total of 9 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Vermillion, 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 Vermillion:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Consolidated	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	19.8%
2	Midcontinent Communications	Cable	200 Mbps	20 Mbps	99.2%
3	JTN Communications	wireless	55 Mbps	17 Mbps	100.0%
4	LTD Broadband	wireless	250 Mbps	250 Mbps	43.8%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	Hiawatha Broadband Communications	wireless	40 Mbps	10 Mbps	43.0%
7	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
8	CenturyLink	DSL	25 Mbps	2 Mbps	36.3%
9	Southeast MN Wifi	wireless	100 Mbps	50 Mbps	23.2%

Vermillion MN Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

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 Vermillion of 7.42 Mbps are slower than the Dakota County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Minnesota.

Vermillion Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Vermillion is 7.42 Mbps. This is 18.5% slower than the average in Minnesota and 36% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Vermillion is 72.5% faster than the Dakota County average and 54.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Vermillion is 7.42 Mbps. This is 17.6% slower than the Dakota County average and 36% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 96.8% of Dakota County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 29.6% of Dakota County residents
The average internet download speed in Dakota County is 29.07 Mbps based upon 1004632 samples taken in the past year

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 Vermillion 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 Consolidated as the top provider for Vermillion, Minnesota.

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

Click through to see how the Vermillion broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Dundas, Hibbing, Homer, Jackson, Montevideo, North Branch, Pine City

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 Vermillion, Minnesota?

The following zip codes were used: 55033 and 55085

Who has the fastest internet service in Vermillion?

Consolidated with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Vermillion.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Vermillion - CenturyLink.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Vermillion 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.