Best Warroad Internet Service Providers
There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Warroad, 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 Warroad:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Wikstrom Telephone Co | Fiber, wireless | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Sjobergs | Cable, Fiber | 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | CenturyLink | DSL | 60 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 45.8% |
4 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Warroad 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 Warroad of 6.63 Mbps are faster than the Roseau County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Minnesota.
Warroad Internet Access Facts
The average upload speed in Warroad is 6.63 Mbps. This is 27.1% slower than the average in Minnesota and 42.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Warroad is 68.3% faster than the Roseau County average and 24.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Warroad is 6.63 Mbps. This is 11.8% faster than the Roseau County average and 42.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 44.6% of Roseau County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 44.8% of Roseau County residents
The average internet download speed in Roseau County is 23.94 Mbps based upon 18680 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 Warroad 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 Wikstrom Telephone Co as the top provider for Warroad, Minnesota.
How do the internet speeds in Warroad compare to other cities in Minnesota?
Click through to see how the Warroad broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Buffalo, Clara City, Fosston, Lansing, Little Canada, Mendota Heights, Zimmerman
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Warroad, 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 Warroad, Minnesota?
The following zip codes were used: 56763
Who has the fastest internet service in Warroad?
Wikstrom Telephone Co with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Warroad.
Warroad 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.
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
Sling
- 50+ channels
- 50 hours of DVR storage
- No annual contracts
- Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices