Who is our top ranked provider in Aberdeen SD? [Updated]

Aberdeen, South Dakota Broadband Internet Service

There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Aberdeen, South Dakota 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 Aberdeen:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	James Valley	DSL, Fiber, wireless	500 Mbps	50 Mbps	100.0%
2	Midcontinent Communications	Cable	200 Mbps	20 Mbps	99.7%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	80 Mbps	40 Mbps	16.3%

Aberdeen SD Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Aberdeen which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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 Aberdeen of 6.56 Mbps are faster than the Brown County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for South Dakota.

Aberdeen Internet Access Facts

There are 5 residential internet providers in Aberdeen, SD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Aberdeen is 52.1% faster than the average in South Dakota and 14.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 81.0% of the Brown County population
The average internet download speed in Aberdeen is 37.02 Mbps based upon 32224 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 98.6% of the Aberdeen population
Fiber optic internet is available to 16.6% of Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen 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 James Valley as the top provider for Aberdeen, South Dakota.

How do the internet speeds in Aberdeen compare to other cities in South Dakota?

Click through to see how the Aberdeen broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Blackhawk, Clear Lake, Ipswich, Lennox, Parkston, Pierre, Summerset

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 Aberdeen, South Dakota?

The following zip codes were used: 57401 and 57402

Who has the fastest internet service in Aberdeen?

James Valley with a download speed of 500 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Aberdeen.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there are 2 DSL providers in Aberdeen - James Valley and CenturyLink.

Aberdeen 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.