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

Summerset, SD High Speed Internet Service

There are a total of 7 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Summerset, 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 Summerset:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Midcontinent Communications	Cable	1000 Mbps	20 Mbps	100.0%
2	Vast Broadband	Cable	1000 Mbps	30 Mbps	96.1%
3	Western Communications	wireless	30 Mbps	4 Mbps	100.0%
4	CenturyLink	DSL	80 Mbps	10 Mbps	69.3%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
7	Celerity Networks	wireless	40 Mbps	8 Mbps	31.2%

Summerset 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 Summerset 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 Summerset are compared to Meade County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to South Dakota overall?
Average download speeds in Summerset of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Meade County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for South Dakota.

Summerset Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 35.9% of the Meade County population
The average internet download speed in Summerset is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.5% of the Summerset population
Fiber optic internet is available to 3.6% of Summerset residents
There are 7 residential internet providers in Summerset, SD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Summerset is 7.4% faster than the Meade County average and 0.3% 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 Summerset 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 Midcontinent Communications as the top provider for Summerset, South Dakota.

Who has the fastest internet service in Summerset?

Midcontinent Communications and Vast Broadband with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Summerset.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Summerset, South Dakota?

The following zip codes were used: 57718 and 57769

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

Click through to see how the Summerset broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Baltic, Belle Fourche, Beresford, Crooks, Huron, Milbank, North Spearfish

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 Summerset, South Dakota?

Midcontinent Communications and Western Communications provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of 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 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 internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Summerset 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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

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

Summerset 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.