St Paul, MN Internet
Internet Providers in St Paul, MN
Compare every internet provider in St Paul, MN: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall choice, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 34% of St Paul, while its overall footprint reaches about 93% of the city. Quantum Fiber reaches only about 22% with fiber speeds up to 8,000 Mbps, but if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. Where Xfinity does not reach, CenturyLink is the broadest backup, mostly DSL across about 88% of the city, with its fastest common DSL tier reaching up to 140 Mbps in about 14% of the city.
Local coverage varies sharply: Xfinity leads ZIP 55101 at about 48%, while Quantum Fiber reaches about 12% there. Fiber is much stronger in Macalester-Groveland, where Quantum Fiber covers about 88%, and Highland Park, where it covers about 86%. Summit-University has Quantum Fiber at about 39%, while Payne-Phalen reaches about 43%, though older apartments and copper lines can still limit choices. Students at Macalester College, the University of St. Thomas, Hamline University, and the University of Minnesota Twin Cities should verify apartment-level service for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T may help on a budget, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in St Paul, MN
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 94% of all internet options in Minnesota
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity 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 St Paul
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan is available to about 93% of St. Paul, giving most shoppers a strong chance of qualifying at their address. Cable is a solid, reliable choice, and this plan offers up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload with a 92/100 Speed Score, while Xfinity’s headline score of 94/100 is above the city average of 66. The top 2 Gig plan reaches only about 34% of the city, so address availability matters if you want up to 2,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload.
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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 93.0% of St. Paul, giving most shoppers a good chance of getting service. Its cable plans are excellent for most households, including up to 1,200 Mbps or up to 2,000 Mbps where available, while the 1 Gig and 500 Mbps options reach about 93% of the city; the fastest 2 Gig plan is address-dependent and available to about 34% of the city, so check your address to confirm which speeds and prices you qualify for.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 8G — faster than 99% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fiber 8GFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$165Per month
- Fiber 3GFiber3,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$70Per month
- 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 St Paul
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and work, and Quantum Fiber’s headline Speed Score of 99/100 is above the St Paul average of 66. Its Fiber 3G plan offers up to 3,000 Mbps both ways for $70 per month with a 97/100 Speed Score, while the top Fiber 8G plan reaches up to 8,000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 score. Availability depends on your address, with each of those fastest plans reaching about 22% of the city, so confirm the specific tier offered at your 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 Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with top options including up to 8,000 Mbps both ways on Fiber 8G or up to 3,000 Mbps both ways on Fiber 3G. The fastest plans reach about 22% of St. Paul, while Fiber 1 Gig and Fiber 500 reach about 53%, so availability is highly address-dependent and worth checking before you decide.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
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 St Paul
CenturyLink is an excellent choice where its fiber service is available, with up to 940 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 80/100, above St. Paul’s city average of 66. Fiber Internet reaches about 21% of the city, so availability depends on your specific address. Where only the 100 Mbps DSL plan is offered, its 23/100 Speed Score and up to 10 Mbps upload performance are limited compared with alternatives, so consider 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 is a strong option for some St. Paul addresses, but you should confirm which technology is available before choosing it. Its fiber plan offers excellent, symmetrical speeds up to 940 Mbps for $75 per month and is available to about 21% of the city, while the DSL fallback reaches about 37% with speeds up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month, which may be limiting for busy households and modern needs.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Minnesota
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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 St Paul
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a competitive value for everyday home use with a Speed Score of 76/100, above St. Paul’s city average of 66. Because this is fixed wireless, performance can vary more than with wired connections, and the plan is available to about 55% of the city, so confirm availability and expected service at your address before signing up.
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 AT&T
At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, which is a good value for a fixed wireless plan, with an additional $5/mo AutoPay discount available. Its 76/100 Speed Score is good, but fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, and availability reaches about 55% of St. Paul, so check your address and compare faster wired options first if you need dependable service for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
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 St Paul
Spectrum’s 82/100 Speed Score and cable service with up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload can handle 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices. That makes it a solid, reliable choice with performance above St Paul’s city average of 66. The Internet Gig plan is available to about 6% of St Paul, so confirm your address can receive this tier before choosing it.
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 up to 1,000 Mbps cable plan is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and households with many connected devices, with up to 35 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 82/100. It is available to about 6% of St. Paul, so check your address first; Spectrum also offers up to 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps cable plans there, but the 100 Mbps option is below average and may feel limiting for heavier modern use.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 98% 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 St Paul
This fiber plan suits households that need fast, responsive service for 4K streaming, gaming, remote work, and many connected devices. Metronet Holdings offers up to 5120 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 98/100, making it an excellent choice and well above St. Paul’s average top speed score of 66. Availability is limited to about 2% of the city, so confirm that this fiber service reaches your specific address.
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 Metronet Holdings
Metronet Holdings is a strong fit for households that need excellent performance for remote work, streaming, gaming, or many connected devices, with fiber offering up to 5120 Mbps both ways. That option reaches about 2% of St. Paul census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent and worth checking before you choose it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Minnesota
- Fiber 7 Gig$124.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, maintain service 365 days for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$124.99Per month
- Fiber 5 Gig$104.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher, maintain service for 365 days) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$104.99Per month
- Fiber 2 Gig$79.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber 1 Gig$64.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig plan) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 500$44.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$44.99Per month
- Fiber 200$29.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber200 MbpsDownload61Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier 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 St Paul
Frontier’s headline Speed Score of 99/100 reflects top-tier performance, with Fiber 7 Gig offering up to 7000 Mbps both ways for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding uploads. Its fiber service is an excellent choice and scores well above St. Paul’s city average of 66. Fiber 7 Gig is listed for about 2% of the city, so confirm fiber availability at your address before relying 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 Frontier
Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan offers up to 7000 Mbps both ways, an excellent choice for heavy streaming, large uploads, gaming, and many connected devices at once. Fiber options are available to only about 2% of St Paul, so check your address carefully; where available, Frontier is especially strong, but its limited local coverage means you may need another provider if fiber is not offered.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
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 St Paul
Consolidated Communications is a limited-performance DSL option compared with alternatives in St. Paul. Its best ADVANCED plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 17/100, below the city average of 66, while STANDARD scores 7/100 and BASIC scores 1/100. Availability is address-dependent, with these plans reaching about 1% of the city, so check what other providers and technologies are available at your address 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 Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is generally a limited option in St. Paul, so check for faster internet from another provider before choosing it. Its DSL plans reach about 1% of the city and top out at up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, which may be adequate for basic browsing but can feel insufficient for modern households with streaming, video calls, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
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 St Paul
5G fixed wireless offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making Verizon a practical choice for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, though performance can vary more than wired connections. Its 76/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 66, so it is a competitive option in St. Paul. The plan is available across about 58% of the city, so check your address to confirm availability.
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 fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday online use, though fixed wireless can be affected by local conditions. This plan is available to about 58% of St. Paul, so check your address first, and compare faster fiber or cable options if they are available before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 St Paul
Households seeking affordable service for streaming, video calls, and everyday use may find T-Mobile a competitive choice, with up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload speeds and a Speed Score of 80/100, above the city average of 66. This fixed wireless service is adequate for many homes, though performance can vary with network conditions and is less consistent than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 46% of St. Paul, so check your address, and note that the promotional pricing requires a qualifying bundle.
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 suits households that want solid everyday internet, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 80/100. The service is available to about 46% of St. Paul, so check your address first, and keep in mind that fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable for demanding use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 St Paul
Midco is a limited-performance option in St. Paul, with licensed fixed wireless offering up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 23/100. Because fixed wireless can vary by address and this plan reaches 3.3% of the city, consider checking what other providers are available at your address first, especially for demanding online activities.
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 Midco
Midco is only an adequate option in the small part of St. Paul where it is available, so check for faster providers first. Its licensed fixed wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, with below-average performance, and reaches about 3% of census blocks, which may be enough for basic use but could feel limited for busy households and modern internet needs.
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 St Paul
Satellite internet reaches 100.0% of St Paul, but its higher latency can affect activities such as video calls, online gaming, and other real-time use. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan offers speeds up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 80/100, above the city average of 66. Because satellite performance can be more limited than wired alternatives, check what other technologies 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 Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, which can reach homes that lack wired service and offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on its Residential Max plan, making it a capable option for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, though satellite connections can have higher latency. It covers about 100% of St Paul on each listed plan, but because satellite is generally more limited than fiber or cable, check your address for faster wired options first, especially for demanding modern internet needs.
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 St Paul
The $94.99 monthly introductory price for Fusion, rising to $119.99 after 12 months, buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 23/100 Speed Score is below St. Paul’s city average of 66. As satellite service, HughesNet offers limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what other options are available at your address before choosing it; Fusion is listed as available across 100% 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 HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, offering up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and 3 to 5 Mbps upload, but satellite service is below average and may feel limiting for streaming, gaming, or multiple users. It reaches 100.0% of St Paul, making it widely available, but check for faster fiber or cable options at your address before choosing HughesNet.
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 St Paul
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in St. Paul, with a headline Speed Score of 19/100 versus the city average of 66. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and performance limits, check what other technologies reach 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 offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload. Viasat Essentials is available to 100% of St Paul at $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing satellite, especially for modern streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in St Paul
All 37 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 37 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$50Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month~92.8%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Quantum FiberFiber 2G2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$70Per month~50.8%CoverageFiber
- 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~57.6%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Quantum FiberFiber 500500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~52.5%CoverageFiber
- Quantum FiberFiber 1 Gig940 MbpsDownload80Our score$80Per month~52.5%CoverageFiber
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 for $40/month for 12 months, reaching about 93% of St Paul.
Its 300 Mbps plan combines broad coverage with a low promotional starting rate for shared households.
Check first: Confirm the address qualifies; the $40 rate is promotional for 12 months.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Quantum Fiber 1 Gig where available for symmetrical 940 Mbps service reaching about 53% of St Paul.
Symmetrical fiber supports video calls, uploads, and multiple connected devices when the address qualifies.
Check first: Quantum Fiber's 940 Mbps tier reaches about 53%, not its entire footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Quantum Fiber 8G where available for symmetrical 8,000 Mbps service reaching about 22% of St Paul.
Its highest fiber tier offers the fastest listed speeds, but availability varies sharply by address.
Check first: The 8,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 22% of St Paul.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential 100 Mbps at $55/month, available everywhere in St Paul.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address, including homes missed by wired providers.
Check first: The $55 price is a listed starting rate; verify current availability and terms.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in St Paul
Downtown Saint Paul 55101
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 48% of ZIP 55101 at 1,200 Mbps and about 23% at 2,000 Mbps.
Macalester-Groveland 55105
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
Quantum Fiber reaches about 88% of ZIP 55105 at 2,000 Mbps and about 8% at 8,000 Mbps.
Summit-University 55102
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for Multi-gig fiber.
Quantum Fiber reaches about 39% of ZIP 55102 at 2,000 Mbps and about 38% at 8,000 Mbps.
ZIP 55107
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for 8,000 Mbps fiber.
Quantum Fiber's 8,000 Mbps tier reaches about 82% of ZIP 55107.
St Paul Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in St Paul, MN?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 34% of St Paul. If it reaches your address, Quantum Fiber is the faster choice, offering up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps where available to about 22% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in St Paul, MN?
Quantum Fiber is fastest where available, offering 8,000/8,000 Mbps to about 22% of St Paul. Xfinity is the best overall provider, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 34%, so check both technologies at your address.
Which internet provider covers the most of St Paul, MN?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 93% of St Paul, while satellite service is available everywhere. Xfinity's 1,200 Mbps tier reaches about 93%, but its 2,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 34%, making address-level checking essential.
What is the cheapest internet plan in St Paul, MN?
Frontier Fiber 200 is the cheapest plan at $29.99 per month for 200 Mbps, reaching about 2% of St Paul. That is a promotional starting rate for 12 months for new customers with Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit, so verify eligibility.
Can I get fiber internet in St Paul?
Quantum Fiber's 500 Mbps fiber plan reaches about 53% of St Paul, while its 8,000 Mbps tier reaches about 22%. CenturyLink fiber reaches about 21% at 940 Mbps, so fiber availability depends strongly on the exact address and neighborhood.
What internet speed do I need in St Paul?
Households can choose plans from 25 Mbps satellite service to 500 Mbps or more, depending on usage. About 93% of St Paul can get Xfinity's 1,200 Mbps tier, while Quantum Fiber offers 940 Mbps to about 53%, giving heavier users faster options where available.
Can I get 8 gig fiber in Summit-University?
Quantum Fiber's 8,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 38% of ZIP 55102, including Summit-University. The same ZIP also has 2,000 Mbps Quantum Fiber coverage at about 39%, so checking the exact address determines which tier you can order.
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
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 St Paul report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for St Paul
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.