DULUTH, MN
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Shop and compare 16 internet providers for Duluth, MN
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Duluth, MN, your best bet is CenturyLink, covering ~83% of the city. Its FCC-filed speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps, but verify that tier at your address. Spectrum leads Congdon Park and Central Hillside at 65.7% and 63.8% of their ZIPs, while Lincoln Park and 55808 are cable-heavy at 85.6% and 93.2%; Lakeside-Lester Park merits an address check. Fiber stands out in 55803, where CTC reaches 11.9% with speeds up to 1000/1000 Mbps, and in 55811, where Quantum Fiber reaches 4.1% with speeds up to 2000/1000 Mbps. Old infrastructure is the catch: CenturyLink’s 10/1 Mbps copper reaches ~27% of the city, while 55811’s SCI Broadband cable reaches 4.7% at speeds up to 250/20 Mbps. Students at the University of Minnesota Duluth, The College of St. Scholastica, and Lake Superior College should check apartment service, since older DSL or copper can complicate Zoom, streaming, and gaming. For a budget-oriented alternative, fixed wireless is worth checking, with T-Mobile at 66.3% citywide, Verizon at 34.1%, and Airfiber Inc at 28.9%. Coverage changes street to street, including around the Duluth Air National Guard Base, so confirm your exact address before signing up.
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 90% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload90Our score$75Per month
Source: CenturyLink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
CenturyLink is a top-tier option in Duluth where its fiber service is available, offering up to 940 Mbps download and upload with a 90/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 71. That fiber plan is available to 1.4% of the city, so check your address to confirm access because this strongest performance may not be available everywhere.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is an excellent choice for homes that can get its fiber plan, but it is not broadly available in Duluth. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75/mo with a Speed Score of 90/100, yet it is available to just 1.4% of the city, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 88% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload59Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Spectrum’s Internet Gig offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for multiple simultaneous streams, gaming, video calls, and large downloads, with a Speed Score of 88/100 that is above Duluth’s city average of 71. Available to 53.3% of the city, its cable service is a reliable choice where offered, though fiber can provide lower latency and stronger upload performance, so confirm availability at your address.
About Spectrum
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and a busy connected home, making Spectrum’s cable service a strong choice for most households. The fastest plan is available to 53.3% of Duluth, so check your address because this strong cable option is location-dependent.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 74% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload74Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload74Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload74Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Satellite internet can support everyday browsing and streaming, with Starlink plans offering up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload or up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, but higher latency can be noticeable in gaming and video calls. Its 74/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 71, and the card shows 100.0% coverage, making Starlink a competitive option, though you should still confirm the plan and expected service at your address.
About Starlink
Satellite internet offers broad availability and can handle everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may make video calls and gaming less responsive than fiber or cable. Starlink offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $85/mo or 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $55/mo, and each plan is available to 100.0% of Duluth; it is a useful fallback where wired service is unavailable, but check for fiber or cable at your address first.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Quantum Fiber 2-GIG — faster than 97% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Quantum Fiber 2-GIG$70/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$70Per month
- Quantum Fiber 940 Mbps / 1-GIG$45/mo promotional rate, then $80/moFiber940 MbpsDownload90Our score$45Per month
- Simply Fiber Internet 200 MbpsFiber200 MbpsDownload80Our score$30Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and work from home. Quantum Fiber’s 2-GIG plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload, with a 97/100 Speed Score that is above Duluth’s city average of 71. It is available to 1.4% of the city, so confirm that this top-tier fiber service reaches your address.
About Quantum Fiber
Fiber makes Quantum Fiber an excellent choice for demanding home use, with up to 2000 Mbps both ways on its 2-GIG plan and up to 940 Mbps both ways on its 1-GIG plan. Availability is highly address-dependent: the 2-GIG plan reaches 1.4% of Duluth, while the 1-GIG and 200 Mbps plans reach 1.6%, so check your address first because these strong fiber options may not be available at your home.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload80Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Households seeking strong everyday speeds without a wired connection can consider T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless plans, which score 80/100, above the city average of 71, with up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload on All-In for $70/mo promotional price, or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload on Rely for $50/mo promotional price. Both plans are available to 28.1% of the city, so confirm your address, and remember that fixed wireless performance can be more variable than wired service even with a strong score.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that need strong everyday performance for streaming, work, and video calls without a wired connection. Its 5G fixed wireless plans offer up to 498↓/55↑ Mbps for $70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo, or up to 354↓/55↑ Mbps for $50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, with an 80/100 Speed Score. Availability is address-dependent at 28.1% of the city, and because fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable, check for faster wired options first if T-Mobile is unavailable or your household has demanding needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
SCI Broadband
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 93% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Households that stream heavily, work from home, or need fast uploads should consider SCI Broadband’s fiber service, an excellent, top-tier option with up to 1000 Mbps download and up to 1000 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 93, above Duluth’s average top speed score of 71. Fiber is available to 3.3% of the city, while the cable plan offers up to 250 Mbps download and up to 20 Mbps upload with a solid Speed Score of 79, making it a reliable choice for most typical use. Availability depends on your address, so check whether fiber or cable reaches your home.
About SCI Broadband
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or multiple connected devices should consider SCI Broadband, which offers excellent fiber with up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 93/100. That fiber option reaches 3.3% of census blocks, while the cable option covers 2.0% and offers up to 250 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up with a good Speed Score of 79/100, so availability is highly address-dependent and the cable plan may feel limiting for households with heavy upload needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Zito Media
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 93% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Zito Media is a top-tier option where its fiber service is available, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 93/100 speed score, compared with Duluth’s 71 average. That plan covers 4.6% of the city, so confirm availability at your address before choosing it.
About Zito Media
Zito Media is an excellent option for homes it serves, but it is not widely available across Duluth. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 93/100, but coverage is limited to 4.6% of census blocks, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
CTC
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 93% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
CTC is a top-tier option in Duluth, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload. Its Speed Score of 93/100 reflects excellent performance and fiber’s low-latency advantages for streaming, gaming, and demanding home use, but the plan reaches only 3.0% of the city, so verify availability at your specific address.
About CTC
CTC is an excellent choice for internet performance, but it is available across only a small share of Duluth. Its fiber plan covers 3.0% of census blocks and offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways with a 93/100 Speed Score, so check your address to see whether this top-tier option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 81% of all internet options in Minnesota
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service can support streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though performance may vary more than a wired connection. The 5G Home Plus plan advertises up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, earning an 81/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 71. Since this service is available to 34.1% of Duluth, check your address to confirm eligibility before comparing its performance and pricing with other available options.
About Verizon
5G fixed wireless can handle modern needs such as streaming, video calls, and work, with Verizon offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, though performance can be less consistent than wired service. Both plans are available to 34.1% of Duluth, so check your address first; where available, 5G Home Plus costs $45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo, while 5G Home costs $35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Internet 300 — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Internet 300$30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/moFiber300 MbpsDownload80Our score$30Per month
- Internet 300Fiber (delivered via coaxial cable)300 MbpsDownload80Our score$30Per month
Source: Mediacom Xtream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Excellent
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
At $30 per month for the first 24 months, then $40 per month, Internet 300 provides up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with an 80/100 Speed Score, making it a strong value. The fiber version is an excellent choice for low-latency performance and is available to 5.4% of Duluth, while the coaxial cable version is a solid option with the same advertised speeds. Which technology serves your home depends on your address, and the 80/100 score is above Duluth’s 71 city average.
About Mediacom Xtream
At $30/mo, Mediacom Xtream offers up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, a strong value for streaming, remote work, and gaming; the fiber price is $30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/mo. The 300 Mbps option has a Speed Score of 80/100, but availability is address-dependent, with fiber reaching 5.4% of Duluth and the coaxial cable version reaching 11.9%, so check your address to see which technology you can get.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Airfiber Inc
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 58% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload is suitable for everyday browsing, HD streaming, video calls, and typical work-from-home use. Airfiber Inc’s licensed fixed wireless plan has a 58/100 Speed Score, offering adequate performance but potentially more variability and limited performance compared with alternatives. It reaches 28.9% of Duluth, so verify availability at your address and consider checking other providers first.
About Airfiber Inc
Up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload should cover everyday browsing, HD streaming, and video calls, making Airfiber Inc an adequate fixed wireless choice rather than a standout option for a busy household. With a 58/100 speed score and availability in 28.9% of Duluth census blocks, check your address for faster options first if you have heavy upload needs, several simultaneous users, or demanding work.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Speed Score: Faster than 59% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Frontier’s fastest listed plan offers up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, which can handle everyday browsing, HD streaming, and video calls for a small household. It is a copper connection with a Speed Score of 59/100 and covers 0.8% of Duluth, so availability depends on the address; copper has limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first, especially for several simultaneous users or demanding uploads.
About Frontier
Up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload is enough for everyday browsing, HD streaming, and video calls for a small household, but it is below-average copper service rather than a standout choice. Availability is highly address-dependent: this fastest plan covers 0.8% of census blocks, while the slower option of up to 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up may fall short for multiple users, remote work, or heavy streaming, so check your address for faster alternatives first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 65% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload35Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload1Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and up to 5 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 35/100. As a satellite service, it has limited, higher-latency performance compared with fiber and cable, and its score is below the Duluth average of 71, so check what else is available at your address before choosing it.
About HughesNet
HughesNet’s $39.99/mo Lite, $49.99/mo Select, and $94.99/mo Fusion introductory prices for the first 12 months buy satellite plans with up to 25/3, 50/5, and 100/5 Mbps, respectively, with speed scores of 1/100, 1/100, and 35/100, so even the top tier is below average for speed. HughesNet is available to 100.0% of Duluth, but you should check your address for faster fiber or cable service first, especially if your household streams, games, uses video calls, or connects multiple devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
ARVIG
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Plans start at $65 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 52% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Light-use households may find ARVIG’s fastest listed copper tier workable for browsing, email, and occasional streaming, with speeds up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload. That plan has a 52/100 Speed Score and is shown across 0.2% of Duluth, so its copper performance is limited compared with alternatives, especially for busy homes, video calls, and large uploads. Availability depends on the exact address, so consider checking what other providers and technologies are available before choosing ARVIG.
About ARVIG
Households that mostly browse, email, and stream lightly may find ARVIG workable, but its local lineup is copper, with the fastest plan offering up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload and a below-average Speed Score of 52/100. Because the other options drop to up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, or 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, families with multiple users, frequent video calls, gaming, or heavy streaming should check whether a faster provider is available at their address first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Consolidated Communications
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Plans range $51.95–$71.9 /mo *
Best plan here: ADVANCED — slower than 52% of all internet options in Minnesota
- ADVANCEDDSL50 MbpsDownload48Our score$71.9Per month
- STANDARDDSL25 MbpsDownload35Our score$68.9Per month
- BASICDSL10 MbpsDownload7Our score$51.95Per month
Source: Consolidated Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Consolidated Communications is a limited-performance DSL option in Duluth, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its best plan, ADVANCED, offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 48/100, below the city average of 71, and is available to 3.7% of the city.
About Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is only an adequate option in Duluth, so check whether a faster provider is available at your address first. Its DSL service is available to 3.7% of the city and tops out at up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with 25/5 and 10/1 Mbps plans also offered, so it may not be sufficient for modern streaming, remote work, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Copper
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 99% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload1Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Viasat is a limited-performance choice in Duluth, so check what else is available at your address first. Its satellite plans offer up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, and both have a Speed Score of 1/100, below the city average of 71. Both plans are listed as available to 100.0% of Duluth, but satellite service typically has higher latency and more limits for activities such as gaming and video calls.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Duluth, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or fixed wireless service first. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan is available to 100.0% of the city and offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, but its Speed Score of 1/100 and satellite latency may be limiting for modern needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Duluth
All 24 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 24 plans
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload74Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload74Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload74Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~53.3%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40$50Per month~53.3%CoverageCable
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload35Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload59Our score$30Per month~53.3%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~34.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$60Per month~34.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload80Our score$50$60Per month~28.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Duluth
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet Advantage where available for 100 Mbps and a broad 53.3% city footprint.
Spectrum leads the listed ZIP shares in Downtown Duluth, Central Hillside, Lincoln Park, and ZIP 55808.
Check first: Confirm the exact address; city coverage does not guarantee plan availability.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Prefer Mediacom Xtream fiber where available; its 2,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 5% of Duluth.
Fiber appears in Congdon Park at 14.7%, offering a locally documented high-capacity option.
Check first: The roughly 5% citywide fiber footprint makes address verification essential.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Use Spectrum Internet Gig where available for 1,000 Mbps over its 53.3% cable footprint.
Spectrum leads ZIP 55808 at 93.2% and Lincoln Park at 85.6%.
Check first: Its listed cable upload is 35 Mbps; verify the exact service address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps where wired service is unavailable; it reaches 100% of Duluth.
Its NGSO satellite service reaches approximately 100% of Duluth, exceeding every listed non-satellite footprint.
Check first: Confirm the exact address and plan; provider-wide coverage does not make every technology universal.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Duluth
Downtown Duluth
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Downtown cable comparison.
ZIP 55802 lists Spectrum cable at 39.6% and Mediacom Xtream cable at 25.7%.
Congdon Park
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Fiber availability checks.
In ZIP 55804, Spectrum cable covers 65.7%, while Mediacom fiber and Zito Media fiber reach 14.7% and 12.9%.
The College of St. Scholastica
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Student internet comparison.
ZIP 55811 lists Spectrum cable at 46.6%, Mediacom cable at 23.0%, and SCI Broadband cable at 4.7%.
Central Hillside
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Cable-heavy household coverage.
Central Hillside's ZIP 55805 lists Spectrum cable at 63.8% and Mediacom Xtream cable at 25.1%.
Lincoln Park
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for High-coverage cable option.
Lincoln Park's ZIP 55807 shows Spectrum cable at 85.6%, with Starlink at 12.2% and Verizon at 1.5%.
Duluth Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Duluth, MN?
Mediacom Xtream and Quantum Fiber tie for the fastest listed speed at 2,000 Mbps, with fiber reaching about 5% and 1.4% of Duluth, respectively. Check your address because those fiber footprints are much smaller than either provider's overall city coverage.
Can I get fiber internet in Congdon Park, Duluth?
Yes—ZIP 55804 lists Mediacom Xtream fiber at 14.7% and Zito Media fiber at 12.9%. Those figures cover portions of Congdon Park, while Spectrum cable reaches 65.7% there, so verify fiber at your exact address before ordering.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Duluth, MN?
Spectrum Internet Advantage is the cheapest city plan at a promotional starting rate of $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching 53.3% of Duluth. It is the lowest listed price across all 16 providers, but availability remains address-specific rather than universal.
How much internet speed does a Duluth household need?
A practical starting benchmark is 100 Mbps: Spectrum Internet Advantage lists that speed at a promotional starting rate of $30/mo and reaches 53.3% of Duluth. For heavier simultaneous use, Spectrum Internet Gig offers 1,000 Mbps over cable to 53.3%, while Mediacom fiber's 2,000/1,000 Mbps reaches about 5%.
What internet options are available at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth?
ZIP 55811 lists Spectrum cable at 46.6%, Mediacom Xtream cable at 23.0%, Starlink satellite at 11.7%, and SCI Broadband cable at 4.7%. At The College of St.
How We Analyze Internet in Duluth
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Duluth report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Duluth
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.