Flandreau, SD High Speed Internet Service
There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Flandreau, 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 Flandreau:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Mediacom | Cable | 1000 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Vast Broadband | Cable, Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 99.0% |
3 | LTD Broadband | wireless | 250 Mbps | 250 Mbps | 84.5% |
4 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Flandreau 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 Flandreau which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
Broadband Internet Speeds
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Flandreau are compared to Moody County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to South Dakota overall?
Average download speeds in Flandreau of 35.02 Mbps are faster than the Moody County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for South Dakota.
Flandreau Internet Access Facts
DSL internet is available to 84.4% of Flandreau residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Flandreau, SD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Flandreau is 43.9% faster than the average in South Dakota and 8.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 16.3% of the Moody County population
The average internet download speed in Flandreau is 35.02 Mbps based upon 1424 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 100.0% of the Flandreau population
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 Flandreau 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 Mediacom as the top provider for Flandreau, South Dakota.
How do the internet speeds in Flandreau compare to other cities in South Dakota?
Click through to see how the Flandreau broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Groton, Hartford, Jefferson, Lemmon, North Sioux City, Tea, Wessington Springs
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Flandreau, SD 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 Flandreau, South Dakota?
The following zip codes were used: 57028
Who has the fastest internet service in Flandreau?
Mediacom and Vast Broadband with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Flandreau.
Flandreau 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.
Mediacom
- 170+ channels
- TiVo integrated search
- 3 video package tiers
- Watch live TV or recordings from your mobile device with the Xtream TV app
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