Who is our top ranked provider in Minneapolis KS? [Updated]

Minneapolis, Kansas Broadband Internet Service

There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Minneapolis, Kansas 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 Minneapolis:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Vyve Broadband Investments	Cable	250 Mbps	25 Mbps	99.3%
2	North Central Kansas Community Network	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	AT&T	DSL	25 Mbps	2 Mbps	26.6%

Minneapolis KS 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Minneapolis are compared to Ottawa County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Kansas overall?
Average download speeds in Minneapolis of 21.53 Mbps are faster than the Ottawa County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Kansas.

Minneapolis Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 45.5% of the Ottawa County population
The average internet download speed in Minneapolis is 21.53 Mbps based upon 3272 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.5% of the Minneapolis population
Fiber optic internet is available to 5.6% of Minneapolis residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Minneapolis, KS providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Minneapolis is 59.8% faster than the Ottawa County average and 33.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Minneapolis 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 Vyve Broadband Investments as the top provider for Minneapolis, Kansas.

Who has the fastest internet service in Minneapolis?

Vyve Broadband Investments with a download speed of 250 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Minneapolis.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Minneapolis, Kansas?

The following zip codes were used: 67467

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Minneapolis internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Minneapolis compare to other cities in Kansas?

Click through to see how the Minneapolis broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Altamont, Elwood, Garden City, Hays, Kinsley, Milton, Ulysses

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Minneapolis, Kansas population.

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 Minneapolis, Kansas?

North Central Kansas Community Network provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Minneapolis.

Minneapolis 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.