Duluth, MN Internet
Internet Providers in Duluth, MN
Compare every internet provider in Duluth, MN: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSpectrum is the best overall choice, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 53% of the city. Mediacom Xtream reaches about 5% with fiber speeds up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. Where Spectrum does not reach, CenturyLink is the safe fallback, mostly DSL across about 83% of the city, with its fastest common DSL tier reaching 80 Mbps in about 6% of Duluth.
In 55802, Spectrum leads at about 40%, while Mediacom Xtream reaches about 26%; Congdon Park is even more Spectrum-heavy at about 66%, with Zito Media fiber reaching about 13%. Woodland has about 50% Spectrum, but CTC fiber reaches about 12% and Mediacom Xtream fiber about 6%. Lincoln Park is dominated by Spectrum at about 86%, while West Duluth, in 55808, is about 93% Spectrum. Students near the University of Minnesota Duluth, The College of St. Scholastica, and Lake Superior College should check carefully for old copper or DSL infrastructure, since reliable service matters for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless from Verizon or T-Mobile can be worth checking, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address.
Best Internet Providers in Duluth, MN
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 82% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload23Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Spectrum’s 82/100 Speed Score reflects up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload on Internet Gig, enough for busy households, streaming, gaming, and large downloads. Its cable service is a solid option and ranks above Duluth’s 58 city average, but Internet Gig is available to 53.3% of the city, so verify your address before counting on these speeds.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s top option is up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. Its cable plans are strong choices where available, but service reaches about 53% of Duluth, so check your address first; the 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps options are also available there, with the 100 Mbps plan better suited to lighter everyday use.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Internet 300 — faster than 76% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Internet 300$30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/moFiber300 MbpsDownload76Our score$30Per month
- Mediacom Internet 100 Mbps$30/mo for 12 monthsCable100 MbpsDownload23Our score$30Per month
Source: Mediacom Xtream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Excellent
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
$30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/mo, buys up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload on Mediacom Xtream’s fiber Internet 300 plan, a solid value with a 76/100 Speed Score that is above Duluth’s 58 average. That fiber plan is available to about 5% of the city, so confirm it reaches your address before choosing it. If only the 100 Mbps cable plan is available, its 23/100 Speed Score indicates limited performance compared with alternatives despite the $30/mo introductory price.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Mediacom Xtream
At $30/mo, Mediacom Xtream offers strong value with Internet 300 Fiber, providing up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload for the first 24 months, then $40/mo, though it is available to only about 5% of Duluth. Its cable plan costs $30/mo for 12 months and offers up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, but availability varies by address, so check for the fiber option first because the cable fallback may be less suitable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload80Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload23Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
CenturyLink is a top-tier option in Duluth, with an 80/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 58. Its Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and upload for $75 per month, but it is available to only about 1% of the city, so confirm fiber availability at your address. Where only the 100 Mbps DSL plan is offered, its 23/100 Speed Score and up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload represent limited performance compared to alternatives, making it worth checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink can be an excellent choice at addresses with its fiber plan, offering up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month, but availability is very limited at about 1% of Duluth. Elsewhere, its 100 Mbps DSL plan reaches about 4% of the city and may be adequate for basic browsing, but its 10 Mbps upload speed may not meet modern needs, so check your address for faster options first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
SCI Broadband
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Homes with heavy streaming, remote work, or gaming can find SCI Broadband’s fiber an excellent choice, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, a Speed Score of 82/100, and coverage of about 3% of Duluth. The fiber option may not reach every address, so check which technology is available; where fiber is unavailable, SCI’s cable plan is a solid option with up to 250 Mbps download, 20 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 76/100.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About SCI Broadband
SCI Broadband is a strong fit for homes that need fast, reliable service for streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices. Its fiber plan offers excellent, symmetrical speeds up to 1000 Mbps both ways, while its cable plan offers good speeds up to 250 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, but availability is highly address-dependent, reaching about 3% and 2% of Duluth census blocks respectively, so check your address to see whether the fiber option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Zito Media
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Zito Media’s fiber plan is an excellent choice and a top-tier option in Duluth. It offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 82/100, above the city’s average top speed score of 58. This symmetrical fiber plan is available to about 5% of the city, so check your address to confirm access.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Zito Media
Zito Media is an excellent choice where its fiber reaches your address, but availability is limited across Duluth. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways with a strong 82/100 speed score, yet it covers only about 5% of census blocks, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
CTC
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
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 and a Speed Score of 82/100, well above the city average of 58. This plan covers 3.0% of the city, so check your address to confirm that CTC fiber is available and avoid assuming the best technology reaches every location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About CTC
CTC is an excellent option for customers at eligible addresses, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps download and upload for fast, reliable performance across modern online needs. Availability is limited to about 3% of Duluth, so check your address to see whether this top-tier symmetrical fiber plan is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 94% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload80Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Fiber is a top-tier option for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and work from home. Quantum Fiber’s Fiber 2G plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 94/100 Speed Score, above Duluth’s city average of 58, but it is available to only about 1% of the city, so confirm that your address is served.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Quantum Fiber
Fiber is the strongest home internet technology, providing excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices. Quantum Fiber offers up to 2,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload for $70 per month, or a symmetrical Fiber 500 plan for $50 per month, but availability is limited and address-dependent, so check your exact address before counting on these excellent options.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Consolidated Communications
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Plans range $51.95–$71.9 /mo *
Best plan here: ADVANCED — slower than 83% of all internet options in Minnesota
- ADVANCEDDSL50 MbpsDownload17Our score$71.9Per month
- STANDARDDSL25 MbpsDownload7Our score$68.9Per month
- BASICDSL10 MbpsDownload1Our score$51.95Per month
Source: Consolidated Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Consolidated Communications is a limited-performance DSL option compared with alternatives in Duluth. Its best plan, ADVANCED, offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 17/100, below the city average of 58, while reaching 3.7% of the city. STANDARD offers up to 25/5 Mbps at 7/100 and BASIC offers up to 10/1 Mbps at 1/100, so check what other providers are available at your address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is mainly a basic DSL option, so check whether faster internet is available at your address before choosing it. Its fastest ADVANCED plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $71.9 per month, but it reaches only 3.7% of Duluth and has a below-average Speed Score of 17/100; the STANDARD and BASIC plans are slower, at up to 25/5 Mbps and 10/1 Mbps, respectively.
Available Plans
Copper
Speed Score: Faster than 60% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Frontier’s fastest plan offers up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, enough for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with a 60/100 Speed Score. It uses copper, so performance is limited compared with alternatives, and this plan reaches about 1% of Duluth, making it wise to check your address and other available providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Frontier
Frontier’s fastest local option is up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, which should handle browsing, video calls, and streaming for a small household, though it is below-average copper service. Availability is limited to about 1% of census blocks for that plan, and the other copper choices are slower, so check for faster internet options at your address before choosing Frontier, especially for multiple users, gaming, or large uploads.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
ARVIG
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Plans start at $65 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 77% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
ARVIG’s copper service may suit a light-use household that mainly browses the web, checks email, and streams occasionally. Its fastest plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 23/100, and reaches about 0% of Duluth. Copper has limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what other providers can serve your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About ARVIG
ARVIG may suit a small household that mainly needs basic browsing and email, with copper plans offering up to 100/10 Mbps, though even its fastest option has a below-average Speed Score of 23/100 and reaches only about 0% of Duluth census blocks. Because ARVIG’s availability is limited and its slower copper fallback options may not meet modern streaming, work-from-home, or multiple-device needs, check your address for faster alternatives before choosing it.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 76% of all internet options in Minnesota
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Verizon’s 5G Home uses fixed wireless and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday connected devices. Its Speed Score of 76/100 is above Duluth’s city average of 58, making it a competitive choice, but availability can vary by address because this plan reaches 34.1% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G Home fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is good for everyday browsing, streaming, and many work-from-home needs, though fixed wireless can be affected by local conditions. It has a Speed Score of 76/100 and is available to about 34% of Duluth, so check your address carefully, especially since faster fiber or cable options may be better if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Homes seeking a strong everyday internet connection and willing to bundle a qualifying mobile line can consider T-Mobile Rely Home Internet, with speeds up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month. Its fixed-wireless Speed Score of 80/100 is above the city average of 58, though performance can vary more than fiber or cable. Address availability is the key limitation, since this plan reaches about 28% of Duluth, so check your address before choosing among T-Mobile’s options.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a solid fit for households wanting fast everyday service, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 80/100. Its plans are available to about 28% of Duluth, so performance is address-dependent, and you will need a qualifying bundle with a postpaid voice line; check your address before choosing, since fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Airfiber Inc
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 77% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload is suitable for browsing, streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. Airfiber Inc’s licensed fixed wireless plan has a Speed Score of 23/100 and reaches 28.9% of Duluth, so its performance is limited compared with stronger alternatives. Availability depends on your specific address, so check what other technologies and providers are offered at your location before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Airfiber Inc
Up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload can handle everyday browsing, streaming, video calls, and some work from home, though it may feel limited for busy households or heavy uploads. Airfiber Inc’s fixed wireless service is available in about 29% of Duluth’s census blocks, so check your address first, and compare faster options before choosing if your household needs more capacity.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload23Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Satellite internet can handle streaming, browsing, and everyday connectivity, but its higher latency may affect online gaming and some real-time applications. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 80/100 and availability to 100.0% of Duluth, making it competitive with the city’s average Speed Score of 58. Because fiber and cable can provide lower-latency performance, check what other technologies reach your specific address before choosing satellite.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, giving you broad availability and up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for streaming, video calls, and many work-from-home needs, though satellite connections can have higher latency. Its Residential Max 400 Mbps plan is available to 100% of Duluth and offers an excellent 80/100 speed score, while less expensive plans provide up to 200 Mbps for $85 per month or up to 100 Mbps for $55 per month. Since fiber or cable may offer a better everyday experience where available, check your address for those options first, especially if low latency matters for gaming or interactive applications.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 77% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload23Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload17Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload7Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 23/100 Speed Score is below Duluth’s city average of 58. Satellite offers limited performance compared with alternatives, especially for latency-sensitive activities, so check what other technologies reach your address before choosing; Fusion is available to 100% of Duluth.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service has below-average performance and may not be the best value for modern streaming, gaming, or work needs. Every listed plan is available to 100% of Duluth, but check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other local options first, since satellite is generally a fallback when better technology is unavailable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 81% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload19Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload14Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Duluth
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Duluth, with a headline Speed Score of 19/100 versus the city average of 58. Its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability at 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency than wired technologies, check what other providers are available at your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice, because its satellite plans have below-average speed scores and limited satellite performance for modern internet needs. Viasat Essentials is the better value at $69.99 per month, with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload available to 100% of Duluth, but check for faster fiber or cable options at your address before choosing it, especially since Viasat Unleashed costs $99.99 for up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload.
Available Plans
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Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Duluth
All 25 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 25 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$60Per month~53.3%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month~53.3%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month~34.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload23Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload23Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$50Per month~28.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$60Per month~28.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55$70Per month~28.1%CoverageFixed 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 100 where available for straightforward shared streaming and browsing.
Spectrum reaches about 53% of Duluth, including 86% of ZIP 55807.
Check first: Confirm your address because Spectrum’s overall footprint does not guarantee service at every home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Spectrum’s cable service where available, or CenturyLink as a broader backup.
Spectrum offers up to 1,000 Mbps across about 53% of Duluth; CenturyLink reaches about 83% overall.
Check first: CenturyLink’s common 80 Mbps DSL tier reaches only about 6% of the city.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check for Mediacom Xtream fiber first, then consider Spectrum cable where available.
Mediacom fiber reaches about 5% with up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps; Spectrum reaches about 53% with 1,000 Mbps cable.
Check first: Mediacom’s fastest tier is limited to its small fiber footprint.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with Zito Media where fiber is available near campus-heavy areas.
Shared apartments need stable upload and download performance for Zoom, streaming, and concurrent device use.
Check first: Confirm your exact building is wired for the advertised plan tier before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Duluth
Downtown Duluth 55802
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum reaches 40% by cable, while Mediacom Xtream reaches 26% in Downtown Duluth.
Congdon Park 55804
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for High-coverage cable service.
Spectrum reaches 66%, while Mediacom Xtream fiber reaches 15% and Zito Media fiber 13%.
Lincoln Park 55807
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Most widely listed local option.
Spectrum reaches 86% in Lincoln Park, far exceeding Verizon at 2% and CTC at 1%.
ZIP 55810
Mediacom Xtream is currently the strongest option for Cable and limited fiber choices.
Mediacom Xtream reaches 51%, while SCI Broadband fiber reaches 10% and Spectrum cable 6%.
Duluth Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Duluth, MN?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, offering cable up to 1,000 Mbps across about 53% of Duluth. If Mediacom Xtream fiber reaches your address, its 2,000/1,000 Mbps service across about 5% is the faster choice, but it is not broadly available.
What is the fastest internet in Duluth, MN?
Mediacom Xtream fiber is fastest where available, reaching about 5% of Duluth with up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps. Spectrum is the best overall choice, offering up to 1,000 Mbps by cable across about 53%, so address checks matter.
Which internet provider covers the most of Duluth, MN?
CenturyLink covers the most of Duluth, reaching about 83% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and HughesNet reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Duluth, MN?
Spectrum Internet 100 and Mediacom Xtream Internet 300 are tied at $30/mo promotional starting rates: 100 Mbps reaching about 53% for 12 months, and 300 Mbps reaching about 5% for 24 months. Spectrum requires new residential customers; Mediacom then rises to $40/mo.
Can I get fiber internet in Duluth?
Seven listed providers have some fiber availability in Duluth, but each footprint is limited; Mediacom Xtream fiber reaches about 5%, the largest listed fiber tier footprint. Check your address because fiber coverage is much smaller than several providers’ overall service areas.
What internet speed do I need in Duluth?
A 100 Mbps plan supports ordinary browsing, video calls, and streaming for many households, while 500 Mbps or more suits multiple simultaneous users. Spectrum’s 100 Mbps plan reaches about 53%, and T-Mobile’s 400 Mbps plan reaches about 28%, so availability affects the choice.
What internet options are available in Congdon Park?
Spectrum reaches about 66% of ZIP 55804, while Mediacom Xtream fiber reaches about 15% and Zito Media fiber about 13%. Spectrum offers the broadest listed local availability there, but fiber may provide faster upload performance where an address qualifies.
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
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
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
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
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.