ST PAUL, MN
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The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn St Paul, MN, your best bet is CenturyLink, covering ~88% of the city with FCC-filed speeds up to 8,000 Mbps. However, if Frontier is available at your address, it can be the better, faster pick, covering ~5% of the city with speeds up to 7,000 Mbps. In 55104, Summit-University, Quantum Fiber reaches 71.2% at 2000/1000 Mbps and 16.5% at 8000/8000 Mbps, while in 55105, Macalester-Groveland, it reaches 87.7% and 7.6% at those speeds. In 55102, Quantum Fiber reaches 39.1% at 2000/1000 Mbps and 38.1% at 8000/8000 Mbps; Payne-Phalen’s 55106 shows 42.9% and 35.5% across those tiers. Meanwhile, 55101 leans Xfinity, at 47.7% for 1200/35 Mbps and 22.5% for 2000/300 Mbps, while 55107 has 82.2% Quantum Fiber at 8000/8000 Mbps. Highland Park and student apartments near the University of St. Thomas, Hamline University, Macalester College, and University of Minnesota Twin Cities, St. Paul Campus can differ from nearby homes, and some older buildings remain on DSL or copper. Xfinity reaches 93.0% citywide overall, while Verizon’s 300/20 Mbps tier reaches 46% and T-Mobile’s 100/20 Mbps tier reaches 23%, making fixed wireless worth checking. Coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
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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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Paul
CenturyLink is a top-tier option in St Paul, with fiber offering up to 940 Mbps download and 940 Mbps upload for $75/mo and a Speed Score of 90/100, above the city average of 75. Fiber availability depends on your address and reaches 21.4% of the city, so verify that this plan is available before choosing it.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice for homes eligible for its fiber service, offering up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75/mo with an excellent 90/100 speed score. That fiber plan is available to 21.4% of St Paul, so check your address carefully, since homes outside that area may need to consider other providers for faster internet.
Available Plans
Copper
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Fiber
Best plan here: 1.2/2 Gig — faster than 87% of all internet options in Minnesota
- 1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/moCable1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$90Per month
- 1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60Per month
- 500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moCable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moCable300 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity 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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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Paul
Xfinity’s 1 Gig cable plan reaches 92.8% of St Paul, so most shoppers have a good chance of finding it at their address. With a Speed Score of 88/100 and speeds up to 1000 Mbps down and 35 Mbps up, it is a solid, reliable choice for most households, while Xfinity’s headline Speed Score of 87/100 is above the city average of 75; check your address for plan availability and whether another technology may better suit your needs.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 93.0% of St Paul, giving most residents a good chance of getting its cable service. Its lineup is a strong option for most households, with cable speeds up to 1200 Mbps and plans starting at $40/mo, though the specific plan available can depend on your address and upload speeds top out at 35 Mbps.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Quantum Fiber 3-GIG — faster than 97% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Quantum Fiber 3-GIG$70/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber3,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$70Per month
- 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
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Paul
Fiber is an excellent choice for everyday use, with low latency and symmetrical upload and download performance that suits streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. The 940 Mbps / 1-GIG plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and upload with a 90/100 Speed Score, while the 2-GIG and 3-GIG plans offer up to 2000 Mbps and 3000 Mbps both ways with Speed Scores of 97/100. Quantum Fiber’s 97/100 headline Speed Score is above the city average of 75, but fiber availability is address-dependent, and the 940 Mbps / 1-GIG tier reaches 52.5% of St Paul, so verify which plan is available at your address.
About Quantum Fiber
Fiber service gives Quantum Fiber customers fast, symmetrical connections that are well suited to streaming, video calls, gaming, and busy households. It is a strong option where available, with up to 940 Mbps both ways reaching 52.5% of St Paul, while up to 2000 Mbps and up to 3000 Mbps plans reach 50.8% and 22.1%, respectively, so check your address to see which excellent fiber option you can order.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
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 St Paul
Homes with streaming, work-from-home, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a competitive fit. All-In offers up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional, while Rely offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional, with both earning a Speed Score of 80/100, above St. Paul’s 75 average. Because 5G fixed wireless availability is address-specific, these plans are available to 45.6% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
About T-Mobile
Households that need solid everyday speeds for streaming, work, and multiple users may find T-Mobile a good fit, especially where fiber or cable is unavailable. Its All-In Home Internet plan offers up to 498↓/55↑ Mbps for $70/mo promotional rate, while Rely offers up to 354↓/55↑ Mbps for $50/mo promotional rate, and both have a Speed Score of 80/100. Because these are fixed-wireless plans available to 45.6% of St Paul, check your address first, and choose fiber or cable instead when available if you want the most consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fiber 7 GigFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier 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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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Paul
Frontier’s 99/100 headline Speed Score is above the city average of 75, and speeds of up to 7000 Mbps both ways can handle multiple 4K streams, competitive gaming, video calls, and large uploads. Its fiber plans score from 80/100 to 99/100, making them an excellent choice and a top-tier option for demanding households. Availability is address-dependent, with these fiber plans listed as available to 1.5% of St Paul, so verify that fiber reaches your address before choosing.
About Frontier
Frontier’s fastest plan offers up to 7000 Mbps both ways, enough for heavy streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices at once. Its fiber options are excellent, but they are available to just 1.5% of St Paul, so check your address before counting on Frontier for this level of service.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
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Copper
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
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Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Paul
Satellite internet can handle everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may be noticeable during video calls, gaming, and other real-time use. Starlink’s plans score 74/100, about the same as the city average of 75, with up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $55/mo; each plan is available to 100.0% of St Paul, but checking other technologies available at your address is worthwhile before choosing.
About Starlink
Satellite internet can provide useful broadband where wired service is unavailable, with Starlink offering up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can make gaming and some video calls less consistent. Its 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, and 400 Mbps plans are available to 100.0% of St Paul, making it a practical fallback, though it is worth checking for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies are generally better for modern interactive use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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 St Paul
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices are a strong fit for Metronet Holdings fiber. The plan offers up to 5120 Mbps download and 5120 Mbps upload with a 98/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option above St Paul’s 75 average top speed score, but its fiber coverage is shown in just 1.7% of the city, so confirm availability at your address.
About Metronet Holdings
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or large uploads should consider Metronet Holdings, which offers fiber with up to 5120 Mbps download and 5120 Mbps upload, an excellent Speed Score of 98/100. That fiber is available across 1.7% of St Paul census blocks, so check your exact address, but it is a top-tier option where offered.
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 St Paul
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is a practical option for everyday streaming, browsing, and video calls, though signal and network congestion can affect consistency compared with wired connections. 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 81/100, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a score of 80/100, both above St. Paul’s city average of 75. Availability reaches 57.6% of St. Paul, so check your address to confirm service and consider wired alternatives if low latency is especially important.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers strong download speeds for streaming, gaming, and working from home, with 5G Home Plus providing up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up for $45/mo promotional, or 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up for $35/mo promotional. It is a capable option, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired service, and these plans are address-dependent and available to 57.6% of St Paul, so check your address before choosing Verizon.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 St Paul
At $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and up to 300 Mbps upload, delivering an 80/100 Speed Score for the price. That score is above St. Paul’s city average of 75, making it a competitive option, though 5G fixed wireless can be less consistent and higher latency than fiber or cable. Availability depends on your address, and this plan reaches 54.5% of the city.
About AT&T
At $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 and an 80/100 Speed Score. It is a reasonable option for many households, but fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable, and availability is address-dependent, reaching 54.5% of St Paul, so check your address and compare faster wired service first if available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 St Paul
Up to 1000 Mbps down and up can comfortably support multiple 4K streams, video calls, gaming, and busy connected households. With a Speed Score of 88/100, above St Paul’s city average of 75, Spectrum’s cable service is a solid option for most internet needs. Internet Gig is available to 5.7% of the city, so confirm that this plan reaches your address before signing up.
About Spectrum
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways on Spectrum’s Internet Gig cable plan can comfortably handle streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices, with a Speed Score of 88/100. It costs $60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo, but is available to only 5.7% of St Paul, so check your address first; the 500↓/1000↑ and 100↓/1000↑ cable plans are also available to 5.7% of the city.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
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 St Paul
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months and $119.99/mo afterward, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 35/100 Speed Score is below St. Paul’s 75 city average. Satellite service can have higher latency and less responsive real-world performance than fiber or cable, while the cheaper Select and Lite plans drop to up to 50/5 Mbps and 25/3 Mbps, respectively, with a 1/100 score. Consider checking what other providers are available at your address before choosing HughesNet.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99/mo for Lite, $49.99/mo for Select, or $94.99/mo for Fusion for the first 12 months, buying up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps download and up to 3, 5, or 5 Mbps upload, respectively, which is a limited value for satellite service. Because all three plans are satellite and available to 100.0% of St Paul, check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since HughesNet may be adequate for basic browsing but can struggle with modern needs such as streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
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 St Paul
Midco is a limited-performance choice in St. Paul, with fixed wireless offering up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload and a 58/100 Speed Score, below the city’s 75 average top-speed score. The plan covers 3.3% of the city, so confirm availability at your address and consider checking what else is available first if you need stronger, more consistent performance.
About Midco
Midco is only an adequate option for a small number of St. Paul addresses, so check whether faster internet is available first if your household streams, games, or works online. Its plan is fixed wireless with speeds up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, a below-average Speed Score of 58/100, and coverage at 3.3% of census blocks.
Available Plans
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 St Paul
Consolidated Communications is a limited-performance option in St. Paul, with DSL topping out at up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload and earning a 48/100 Speed Score below the city average of 75. Its top plan is available to 1.0% of the city, while the 25 Mbps and 10 Mbps plans score 35/100 and 7/100, respectively, so consider checking other providers first for stronger performance at your address.
About Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is mainly a basic fallback in St. Paul, not a strong first choice for modern internet needs: its DSL plans reach just 1.0% of the city and top out at up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with slower 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload or 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload options. Check your address for faster fiber or cable first, since these DSL plans may work for light browsing but can feel limiting for streaming, video calls, and multiple users.
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 St Paul
Viasat is a limited-performance choice in St Paul, so checking other providers first is sensible. Its satellite plans score 1/100, below the city average of 75, with Viasat Essentials offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, and Viasat Unleashed offering up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo. Both plans are available to 100.0% of the city, but satellite’s higher latency and lower speeds may be limiting for demanding activities such as video calls, gaming, and multiple simultaneous users.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option, so check whether faster cable or fiber service is available at your address first. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo; both are satellite plans with a Speed Score of 1/100 and reach 100.0% of St Paul, but satellite’s high latency can limit gaming, video calls, and other modern needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in St Paul
All 34 product lines from the 12 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 34 plans
- Xfinity1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/mo1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$90$100Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo300 MbpsDownload80Our score$40$45Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50$60Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- 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
- Quantum FiberQuantum Fiber 2-GIG$70/mo promotional rate, then $100/mo2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$70$100Per month~50.8%CoverageFiber
- Quantum FiberQuantum Fiber 940 Mbps / 1-GIG$45/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo940 MbpsDownload90Our score$45$80Per month~52.5%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~57.6%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 St Paul
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps at its $40/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 92.8% of St.
Xfinity’s 300 Mbps tier reaches 92.8% of St.
Check first: Confirm the exact address before ordering; citywide coverage does not guarantee every building.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Quantum Fiber 940 Mbps / 1-GIG at its $45/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 52.5% of St.
Quantum Fiber’s symmetrical 940 Mbps tier reaches 52.5% of St.
Check first: Fiber availability varies by address, so verify service before relying on it for work.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick Quantum Fiber 2-GIG at its $70/mo promotional starting rate; the 2,000 Mbps plan reaches 50.8% of St.
Quantum Fiber’s 2,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches 50.8% of St.
Check first: Check the address: Quantum Fiber’s 2-GIG availability is not citywide.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at its $55/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 100% of St.
Starlink’s 100 Mbps Residential tier reaches 100% of St.
Check first: Confirm address-level availability and service details before ordering.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in St Paul
Downtown Saint Paul
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Downtown Saint Paul lists Xfinity at 47.7% for 1,200/35 Mbps cable and 22.5% for 2,000/300 Mbps cable.
Summit-University
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
Summit-University lists Quantum Fiber at 71.2% for 2,000/1,000 Mbps and 16.5% for 8,000/8,000 Mbps.
Macalester-Groveland
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first households.
Macalester-Groveland has Quantum Fiber at 87.7% for 2,000/1,000 Mbps, plus 7.6% for 8,000/8,000 Mbps.
Payne-Phalen
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber and cable comparison.
Payne-Phalen lists Quantum Fiber at 42.9% for 2,000/1,000 Mbps and 35.5% for 8,000/8,000 Mbps.
St Paul Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet in St. Paul, MN?
Frontier is the fastest citywide provider plan listed at 7,000 Mbps symmetrical, reaching 1.5% of St. Paul.
Can I get fiber in Summit-University, St. Paul?
Yes—Quantum Fiber’s 2,000/1,000 Mbps service covers 71.2% of ZIP 55104, Summit-University, and its 8,000/8,000 Mbps listing covers 16.5%. Because ZIP figures are not address guarantees, check your specific St.
What is the cheapest internet option in St. Paul?
The cheapest listed option is Frontier Fiber 500 at $29.99/mo promotional starting rate for 500 Mbps, reaching 1.5% of St. Paul.
What internet speed do I need for my St. Paul apartment?
Most St. Paul households can start with 300 Mbps; Xfinity’s 300 Mbps plan reaches 92.8% of the city.
What internet is available in Payne-Phalen, St. Paul?
Quantum Fiber leads the listed Payne-Phalen options in ZIP 55106, with 2,000/1,000 Mbps reaching 42.9% and 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching 35.5%. Xfinity also appears at 10.7% for 1,200/35 Mbps and 9.2% for 2,000/300 Mbps, so compare exact-address availability.
How We Analyze Internet in St Paul
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 St Paul report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for St Paul
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.