MANKATO, MN
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Shop and compare 19 internet providers for Mankato, MN
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Mankato, MN, your best bet is Midco, covering ~80% of the city with FCC-filed speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. However, if Metronet Holdings is available at your address, it can be the better, faster pick, covering ~8% of the city and reaching speeds up to 5,120 Mbps where its network reaches. The ZIP picture is more nuanced: Fidium Fiber leads Hilltop, ZIP 56001, at 44.9% with fiber speeds up to 2,000/2,000 Mbps, while Metronet Holdings reaches 5.0% there with speeds up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps. In ZIP 56002, Fidium Fiber reaches 52.5%, and in ZIP 56003 it reaches 56.3%, both with fiber speeds up to 2,000/2,000 Mbps; 56003 also shows Metronet Holdings at 4.2%. Eastwood, Country Club, and West Mankato can still vary by street, and student apartments around Minnesota State University, Mankato and Bethany Lutheran College may have different building-level choices, including older DSL or copper lines. For Zoom, streaming, and gaming, check whether the address has fiber or cable before prioritizing a budget fixed-wireless option. Confirm the exact address before settling, because coverage can change from one street or apartment building to the next.
Speed Score: Faster than 95% of all internet options in Minnesota
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
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EST. CAPABILITIES
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mankato
Midco is a strong choice when its cable service is available at your address. The cable plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 350 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 95/100, making it a reliable choice, but it reaches only 0.8% of Mankato. Where cable is unavailable, Midco’s licensed fixed wireless plan covers 79.6% of the city and offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 58/100, so its performance is limited compared to alternatives.
About Midco
Midco is worth checking, but it is a strong choice only where its cable service is available. The cable plan offers excellent speeds, up to 2000 Mbps down and 350 Mbps up, with a 95/100 Speed Score, but it covers just 0.8% of census blocks; the more widely available licensed fixed wireless plan covers 79.6% of census blocks and offers up to 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up with a below-average 58/100 Speed Score, which may be limiting for heavier modern internet use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Cable
Fidium Fiber
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Plans range $30–$65 /mo *
Best plan here: 2 Gig – Power Users — faster than 97% of all internet options in Minnesota
- 2 Gig – Power Users$65/mo for the first 12 months, then $85/mo · $250 Streaming Bonus CardFiber2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$65Per month
- 1 Gig – Busy HomesFiber1,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps – Light UseFiber300 MbpsDownload80Our score$30Per month
Source: Fidium 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
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mankato
Up to 2,000 Mbps both ways can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and heavy multitasking, earning Fidium Fiber a 97/100 Speed Score and making it a top-tier option. The 2 Gig fiber plan is available to 38.3% of Mankato, so confirm service at your address; its score is above the city average of 69.
About Fidium Fiber
Up to 2000 Mbps both ways can comfortably support a busy household with simultaneous streaming, gaming, video calls, and large uploads. Fidium is an excellent option where its fiber reaches your address: the 2 Gig and 1 Gig plans are available to 38.3% of Mankato, while the 300 Mbps plan reaches 39.9%, so check availability before choosing, with the 2 Gig plan priced at $65/mo for the first 12 months, then $85/mo, plus a $250 reward card.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 98% 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 Mankato
Households needing extremely fast, low-latency service for heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices should consider Metronet Holdings’ fiber a top-tier option, with up to 5120 Mbps download and 5120 Mbps upload and a 98/100 speed score. The plan reaches 7.7% of Mankato, so confirm fiber availability at your address, but its score is above the city’s 69 average.
About Metronet Holdings
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices should find Metronet Holdings compelling, with fiber offering up to 5120 Mbps download and 5120 Mbps upload for excellent all-around performance. That fiber option covers 7.7% of Mankato census blocks shown here, so check your exact address to see whether this excellent high-speed service is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Mankato
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload is more than enough for 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices. Spectrum’s cable service has a Speed Score of 88/100, above the city average of 69, making Internet Gig a reliable choice for demanding home use. Internet Gig is available to 44.0% of Mankato, so confirm that the plan reaches your specific address before signing up.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload over cable, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices at once. Its cable service is a strong choice where available, but the plans reach 44.0% of Mankato, so check your address before counting on Spectrum as your best option.
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.
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EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mankato
Starlink’s satellite connection supports everyday browsing, streaming, and remote work, but higher latency can affect gaming and real-time video calls. Its Residential – 200 Mbps plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $85/mo, with a Speed Score of 74/100, above the city average of 69; the other listed plans carry the same score. All listed plans show 100.0% availability in Mankato, but check your address and consider other available technologies if low latency is important.
About Starlink
Satellite internet offers broad availability and usable speeds for streaming and everyday work, but its higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less consistent than fiber or cable. Starlink covers 100.0% of Mankato, with plans from $55/mo for up to 100 Mbps down and 25 Mbps up to $130/mo for up to 400 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up, so it is a practical choice where wired service is unavailable, though you should check your address for fiber or cable first.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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 Mankato
Households that need strong everyday performance for streaming, remote work, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile competitive, with an 80/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 69. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo, or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo, both with an 80/100 Speed Score. Fixed wireless performance can vary by location and network conditions, and these plans are available to 36.8% of Mankato, so confirm service at your address.
About T-Mobile
Households needing strong everyday performance for streaming, work, and multiple devices may find T-Mobile a good fit, with 5G fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo promotional pricing, then $80/mo, or up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo. Both have an 80/100 Speed Score, but fixed wireless can be more variable than fiber or cable, and these plans are available to 36.8% of Mankato, so check your address and compare faster wired options first if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Nuvera Communications
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 Mankato
Households that need fast, low-latency service for work, streaming, and many connected devices should consider Nuvera’s fiber plan, an excellent choice with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload and a 93/100 Speed Score, above Mankato’s average top speed score of 69. That fiber plan covers 1.0% of the city, and the best technology may not reach your address. Where only fixed wireless is available, performance is more limited, ranging from up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a 58/100 score to up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload with a 34/100 score, so check your address and other available providers if fiber is unavailable.
About Nuvera Communications
Households that need fast, reliable service for streaming, work, and multiple devices are a great fit for Nuvera’s fiber option, which offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways and has a 93/100 speed score, but it reaches just 1.0% of census blocks. At many other addresses, the fallback is fixed wireless, with up to 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up or up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, and speed scores from 34/100 to 58/100, so check whether fiber or another faster provider is available first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Netwave 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 Mankato
Homes with remote workers, streamers, gamers, or frequent large uploads are well suited to Netwave Broadband’s fiber service, an excellent choice with speeds up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload. Its 93/100 Speed Score makes it a top-tier option and competitive with Mankato’s average top speed score of 69. Fiber coverage reaches 6.2% of Mankato, so confirm availability at your exact address.
About Netwave Broadband
Homes that need fast, reliable internet for streaming, remote work, gaming, or multiple devices should consider Netwave Broadband’s fiber plan, offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways with an excellent 93/100 Speed Score. Fiber availability is limited to 6.2% of Mankato’s census blocks, so check your address first, since it is an excellent option where available but may not be offered to most households.
Available Plans
Fiber
Christensen Communications Company
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 Mankato
Households that need fast, low-latency service for streaming, gaming, remote work, or multiple connected devices will find Christensen Communications Company’s fiber an excellent choice, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload speeds and a 93/100 Speed Score. Fiber is available to 1.2% of Mankato, so verify it reaches your specific address; where available, this top-tier option is above the city’s average top speed score of 69.
About Christensen Communications Company
Households that need fast, reliable service for remote work, streaming, gaming, and multiple devices will find Christensen Communications Company’s fiber a strong option, with up to 1000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up and a Speed Score of 93/100. Its fiber is available in 1.2% of Mankato census blocks, so check your address to see whether this excellent service is an option for your home.
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 Mankato
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers strong speeds for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices, with 5G Home Plus rated 81/100 and advertised at up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up. That score is above Mankato’s city average of 69 and makes Verizon competitive, while the 300/75 Mbps 5G Home plan scores 80/100; both plans are shown as available to 37.7% of the city, so confirm your address and expect fixed wireless performance to vary by location and network conditions.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a strong choice for streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, although fixed wireless can be more affected by local conditions than wired service. It is available to 37.7% of Mankato, with 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, or 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo, so check your address and compare wired options if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Internet 300 — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Internet 300Fiber (delivered via coaxial cable)300 MbpsDownload80Our score$30Per month
- Internet 300$30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/moFiber300 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
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mankato
The Internet 300 plan costs $30/mo via coaxial cable, while the fiber version is $30/mo for the first 24 months and then $40/mo, for up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. Its 80/100 Speed Score is above Mankato’s 69 average, making the coaxial connection a solid option and the fiber connection an excellent choice for lower-latency performance. Availability depends on your address: the coaxial version reaches 7.0% of the city, while fiber reaches 2.9%, so check which technology is offered at your home.
About Mediacom Xtream
At $30/mo, Mediacom Xtream’s Internet 300 plans offer up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, a good value for streaming, video calls, and everyday use. The fiber-delivered-via-coaxial option is available to 7.0% of Mankato, while the fiber option reaches 2.9% and costs $30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/mo, so check your address to see which strong option is available.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 80% of all internet options in Minnesota
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T 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 Mankato
At $55/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and up to 300 Mbps upload. Its 80/100 Speed Score is above Mankato’s 69 city average, making it a competitive option, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service. Availability is limited to 1.7% of the city, so confirm that 5G fixed wireless reaches your address before choosing it.
About AT&T
At the $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and upload, a strong speed for the price with an 80/100 Speed Score. It is an adequate fixed-wireless option rather than the consistency of fiber or cable, and because it is available to just 1.7% of Mankato, check your address and compare faster wired service first if it is offered.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Mankato
Consolidated Communications is a limited-performance DSL choice in Mankato, so consider checking other providers first. Its fastest ADVANCED plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, has a Speed Score of 48/100 below the city average of 69, and is available to 35.9% of the city.
About Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is mainly an adequate fallback in Mankato, not a strong choice for modern heavy internet use, because its fastest listed DSL service offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a speed score of 48/100. The BASIC plan is available to 58.1% of the city but offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, while the faster ADVANCED plan reaches 35.9%, so check your address for faster fiber or cable options before choosing this provider.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
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 Mankato
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 35/100 Speed Score is below Mankato’s 69 city average. Satellite service is available to 100.0% of Mankato, but its higher latency and limited performance make it worth checking what else is available at your address before choosing it, especially for gaming, video calls, or heavy use.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps, while $94.99/mo gets you Fusion with up to 100 Mbps, making the value limited for a satellite connection. It can work for basic browsing and light streaming, but satellite latency and below-average speed scores mean you should check for faster cable or fiber options at your address first, especially for gaming, video calls, or multiple heavy users. All three plans are available to 100.0% of Mankato, but that wide coverage does not remove the limitations of the technology.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
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 Mankato
CenturyLink is a limited-performance choice in Mankato, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its fastest listed copper plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 52/100, and that plan covers 0.1% of the city, while the other listed plans score 50/100 or lower.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is mainly a basic DSL choice in Mankato, so check whether a faster provider is available first. Its orderable plans are all copper, with the fastest offering up to 100 Mbps down and 10 Mbps up with a Speed Score of 52/100, while other plans go as low as up to 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up, making them better suited to light use than busy households.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
PCs for People
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Slower than 56% 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
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mankato
Up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload can handle browsing, HD streaming, and video calls for a small household, though simultaneous heavy use may feel restrictive. This fixed wireless plan has a 44/100 Speed Score and reaches 22.2% of Mankato, so its limited performance compared with alternatives makes it worth checking other providers available at your address first.
About PCs for People
Up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload should handle basic browsing, email, and light streaming, but it may feel limited for busy households, remote work, or frequent large uploads. This fixed wireless plan has a 44/100 Speed Score and reaches 22.2% of Mankato, so check your address and look for faster options first if you need more capacity for multiple users.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
MVTV Wireless
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Slower than 56% 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
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mankato
MVTV Wireless reaches just 2.3% of Mankato, so availability is limited and your address may not qualify. Its fixed wireless plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a 44/100 Speed Score, below the city’s average top speed score of 69, making it a limited-performance option compared with alternatives. Consider checking what other connections are available at your address first.
About MVTV Wireless
MVTV Wireless reaches just 2.3% of Mankato, so most shoppers are unlikely to find it available at their address. Its listed fixed wireless plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a 44/100 Speed Score, making it worth considering for basic needs, but you should check for faster options first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Speed Score: Slower than 56% 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 Mankato
Frontier’s fastest plan offers up to 45 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, enough for basic browsing, email, video calls, and a single HD stream. Its 44/100 Speed Score reflects limited copper performance compared with alternatives, and this plan reaches only 0.1% of Mankato, so consider checking other providers first at your address. Frontier also lists a slower copper option with up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, a 6/100 score, and 0.9% city coverage.
About Frontier
Up to 45 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload can handle basic browsing, email, and light streaming, but this slower copper connection may struggle in a busy household. Frontier’s faster plan reaches only 0.1% of census blocks, while its up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload plan reaches 0.9% and is best for basic use, so check your address for faster alternatives before choosing Frontier.
Available Plans
Copper
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 Mankato
Viasat is a limited-performance option in Mankato, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its satellite plans have a Speed Score of 1/100, below the city average of 69, with up to 55↓/4↑ Mbps for $69.99/mo or up to 34↓/4↑ Mbps for $99.99/mo. Both plans show 100.0% availability across Mankato, but confirm your specific address and expect satellite’s higher latency to affect responsiveness.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is mainly a fallback option in Mankato, so check whether faster cable or fiber service is available at your address first. Its satellite plans reach 100.0% of the city, but the fastest option, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99, with both receiving a Speed Score of 1/100 and potentially falling short for modern households.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Mankato
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~44%CoverageCable
- Fidium Fiber2 Gig – Power Users$65/mo for the first 12 months, then $85/mo · $250 Streaming Bonus Card2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$65$85Per month~38.3%CoverageFiber
- Fidium Fiber1 Gig – Busy Homes1,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$50Per month~38.3%CoverageFiber
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40$50Per month~44%CoverageCable
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload35Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Fidium Fiber300 Mbps – Light Use300 MbpsDownload80Our score$30Per month~39.9%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~37.7%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 Mankato
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Try Spectrum Internet Advantage at a $30/mo promotional starting rate for 100 Mbps, reaching 44% of Mankato.
Spectrum is listed across 19.4% of ZIP 56001, so address verification matters for roommates.
Check first: Check the exact address; Spectrum's 44% city reach does not guarantee service at every Mankato home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Fidium Fiber's 2 Gig plan for 2,000/2,000 Mbps service, reaching 38.3% of Mankato where available.
Fidium reaches 56.3% in ZIP 56003, its strongest listed local ZIP footprint.
Check first: Confirm fiber at the address; Fidium's 2 Gig plan reaches 38.3% of Mankato, not every home.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check Fidium's 2 Gig fiber first: 2,000/2,000 Mbps reaches 38.3% of Mankato.
Its symmetrical fiber leads the listed ZIP shares in ZIP 56002 and ZIP 56003, at 52.5% and 56.3%.
Check first: Verify the address: Fidium's 2,000 Mbps plan reaches 38.3% citywide, not every home.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at a $55/mo promotional starting rate, reaching 100% of Mankato.
For edge addresses, Starlink's listed plan reaches 100%, broader than Midco's 80.3% overall footprint.
Check first: Check the exact address before ordering; Starlink's listed plan reaches 100%, but service remains satellite-based.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Mankato
Hilltop
Fidium Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-capacity fiber work and streaming.
Fidium Fiber reaches 44.9% of Hilltop's ZIP 56001 with 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 56002
Fidium Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber for busy households.
Fidium Fiber leads ZIP 56002 at 52.5%, with listed 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber coverage.
ZIP 56003
Fidium Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber for heavy use.
Fidium Fiber leads ZIP 56003 at 56.3%, offering the strongest listed local fiber footprint.
Internet providers near Mankato
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Mankato, check the neighboring market directly.
Mankato Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Mankato, MN?
Metronet Holdings is fastest, offering 5,120/5,120 Mbps fiber where available and reaching approximately 8% of Mankato. Fidium's 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber reaches 38.3% of Mankato, so it offers a broader high-speed address pool for qualifying households.
Can I get fiber internet in Mankato, MN?
Yes—Fidium's 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber reaches 38.3% of Mankato, with availability varying by address. Its ZIP shares are 44.9% in Hilltop's 56001, 52.5% in ZIP 56002, and 56.3% in ZIP 56003, so check your exact location.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Mankato?
Mankato's cheapest plan is Spectrum Internet Advantage at a $30/mo promotional starting rate for 100 Mbps, reaching 44.0% of the city. Confirm your address, since the plan's 44.0% availability does not cover every Mankato home.
What internet speed do I need in Mankato?
A 100 Mbps plan is a practical baseline, and Spectrum Internet Advantage reaches 44.0% of Mankato at that speed. Households needing heavier simultaneous use can check Fidium's 1,000 Mbps plan, which reaches 38.3% of the city.
Is internet available in Hilltop, Mankato?
In Hilltop's ZIP 56001, Fidium Fiber leads with 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber reaching 44.9% of the ZIP. Starlink reaches 21.8% and Spectrum 19.4% there, so compare the exact address before selecting a plan or installation at your home.
How We Analyze Internet in Mankato
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 Mankato report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Mankato
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.