Fargo, ND Internet
Internet Providers in Fargo, ND
Compare every internet provider in Fargo, ND: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedMidco is the best overall, with fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 17% of Fargo. Its overall footprint reaches about 100% of the city, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 46% and fixed wireless speeds up to 100 Mbps reaching about 20%. Where Midco’s fiber or cable does not reach, CenturyLink is the broadest backup, mostly DSL across about 90% of the city, with its fastest common DSL tier reaching up to 100 Mbps in about 6% of Fargo. In Northport and Hawthorne, Midco clearly leads, while fiber reaches about 19% of Northport and about 17% of Hawthorne. Osgood is similarly Midco-heavy, but it has a little local variety from MLGC LLC and Quantum Fiber.
Around North Dakota State University, ZIP 58105 stands out because Midco fiber reaches about 51%, useful for students who need reliable Zoom, streaming, and gaming connections. Woodhaven and other student apartment areas can differ by building, and some addresses may still be tied to older copper or DSL infrastructure. 702 Communications and Verizon are worth checking as local alternatives, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Fargo, ND
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in North Dakota
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 Fargo
Midco is a top-tier option in Fargo, led by its fiber plan with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score. Its cable service is also a solid option, offering up to 2,000 Mbps download and 350 Mbps upload with a 94/100 Speed Score. Availability depends on your address, and the fiber plan reaches about 17% of the city, so check which Midco technology is offered at yours.
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 a strong option in Fargo, especially at addresses with its excellent fiber or high-speed cable plans. Fiber offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways in about 17% of census blocks, while cable offers up to 2000/350 Mbps in about 46% or up to 1000/250 Mbps in about 32%, but availability is address-dependent and the fallback fixed wireless plan, up to 100/20 Mbps in about 20% of blocks, may be inadequate for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Best plan here: 300 Mbps Internet — faster than 70% of all internet options in North Dakota
- 300 Mbps Internet$24.95/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moCable300 MbpsDownload70Our score$24.95Per month
Source: Sparklight official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fargo
Households seeking dependable internet for streaming, remote work, and everyday use will find Sparklight a solid cable option, with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload. Its 70/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 61, making it a competitive choice in Fargo. Cable availability varies by address, and this plan reaches about 86% of the city, so confirm service at your home.
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 Sparklight
Sparklight is a solid option for a small or medium household that streams, works from home, and uses several devices, with cable service offering up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $24.95 per month for the first 12 months, then $45 per month. The plan has a good 70/100 speed score and is available to about 86% of Fargo, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact location before choosing it.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps — slower than 78% of all internet options in North Dakota
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) scores higher but reaches ~4%.
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload75Our 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 MbpsDownload22Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink 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 Fargo
CenturyLink is a mixed choice in Fargo, with limited performance on its DSL plan but a much stronger fiber option where available. CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps offers up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 22/100, below Fargo’s city average of 61, so consider checking other providers first. Fiber Internet offers up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 75/100, but it is available to only about 4% of the city, making your address the deciding factor.
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 worth checking, but it is only a strong choice at addresses with its limited fiber service. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps down and 200 Mbps up for $75 per month, while the 100 Mbps DSL plan costs $55 per month and has a Speed Score of 22/100, so check your address for fiber or another faster option first because DSL may not be enough for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Copper
702 Communications
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 75% of all internet options in North Dakota
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fargo
The monthly price shown buys up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload over fiber, making 702 Communications a strong value for demanding home use, with a Speed Score of 75/100 and availability across about 11% of Fargo. Availability depends on your address, and the alternative licensed fixed wireless plan reaches about 9% of the city at only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 1/100, so check which technology serves your home 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 702 Communications
At the monthly price quoted today, 702 Communications can be a strong value where its fiber plan is available, offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways with a good Speed Score of 75/100. Fiber reaches about 11% of census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent, and the fallback licensed fixed wireless plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload across about 9%, which may not be sufficient for modern households, so check for fiber or another faster option first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber 1 Gig — faster than 75% of all internet options in North Dakota
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload75Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload75Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fargo
Fiber provides low-latency performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, making Quantum Fiber a strong option where it is available. Its Fiber 500 plan offers up to 500 Mbps download and upload for $50 per month, while Fiber 1 Gig reaches up to 940 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload for $80, with both earning a 75/100 Speed Score above Fargo’s 61 average; availability is limited to 5.6% of the city, so check 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 Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple users, with up to 940 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload on its 1 Gig plan or symmetrical up to 500 Mbps on Fiber 500. Both plans have a good 75/100 Speed Score, but fiber service is address-dependent and available to only about 6% of Fargo, so check your address first because Quantum Fiber may not be an option where you live.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Dickey Rural Telephone Coop
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in North Dakota
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 Fargo
For the value of a top-tier fiber connection, Dickey Rural Telephone Coop offers up to 2500 Mbps download and 2500 Mbps upload, earning this fiber plan a 97/100 Speed Score. It is an excellent choice for demanding households, but availability is limited to 4.1% of Fargo, so check your address to confirm the plan is offered.
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 Dickey Rural Telephone Coop
At the quoted monthly price, Dickey Rural Telephone Coop offers excellent value with fiber service up to 2500 Mbps both ways, a Speed Score of 97/100. This top-tier option is available at only about 4% of Fargo addresses, so check your exact address first, since it is an excellent choice where available but not a broadly accessible option.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fidium Fiber
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans range $30–$50 /mo *
Best plan here: 1 Gig – Busy Homes — faster than 75% of all internet options in North Dakota
- 1 Gig – Busy HomesFiber1,000 MbpsDownload75Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps – Light UseFiber300 MbpsDownload70Our score$30Per month
Source: Fidium Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fargo
Fidium Fiber’s headline 75/100 Speed Score comes with up to 1,000 Mbps both ways, enough for busy households with multiple 4K streams, video calls, gaming, and large downloads. Its fiber service is a strong, above-average option in Fargo, but the 1 Gig plan is available to only about 0% of the city, so confirm that this performance reaches your 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 Fidium Fiber
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways on Fidium Fiber’s 1 Gig plan can comfortably handle a busy household with 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads, but it is available to only about 0% of Fargo. The 300 Mbps Light Use plan is also fiber and should suit everyday streaming and browsing, with availability to about 4% of the city, so Fidium is a strong option where its fiber reaches your address, though you should verify which plan is actually available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
MLGC LLC
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in North Dakota
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 Fargo
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices should find MLGC LLC’s fiber an excellent choice, with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score, well above Fargo’s 61 average top-speed score. This plan is shown for about 2% of Fargo, so confirm fiber availability at your specific address before relying on its top-tier performance.
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 MLGC LLC
MLGC LLC is a strong fit for households that need top-tier performance for heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices, with fiber offering up to 5000 Mbps both ways. The service earns an excellent 99/100 Speed Score, but availability is limited to about 2% of Fargo, so check your address to see whether this option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Consolidated Communications
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Plans range $51.95–$71.9 /mo *
Best plan here: ADVANCED — slower than 87% of all internet options in North Dakota
- ADVANCEDDSL50 MbpsDownload13Our score$71.9Per month
- STANDARDDSL25 MbpsDownload9Our 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 Fargo
Consolidated Communications offers limited performance in Fargo, so consider checking other providers first. Its top ADVANCED DSL plan provides up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 13/100, below the city average of 61. Availability is address-specific, and this plan is shown across 4.7% of Fargo, so verify that it reaches your home 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 Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is mainly a basic DSL option in Fargo, so check for faster internet before choosing it. Its fastest ADVANCED plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $71.9 per month, but it reaches only 4.7% of the city and has a below-average Speed Score of 13/100; the STANDARD and BASIC plans are slower, at up to 25/5 Mbps and 10/1 Mbps, so they may not be sufficient for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 70% of all internet options in North Dakota
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload70Our 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 Fargo
5G fixed wireless can handle everyday streaming, video calls, and connected devices, with 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. Its 70/100 Speed Score is above Fargo’s city average of 61, making it a competitive option, though fixed wireless performance can vary and this plan is available at about 62% of the city, so confirm service at your 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 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 use, though performance can vary with local conditions. This option is available to about 62% of Fargo, so check your address, especially since the $60 monthly price for 12 months requires Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 75% of all internet options in North Dakota
- 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 MbpsDownload75Our 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 MbpsDownload75Our 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 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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 Fargo
Budget-conscious households with a qualifying T-Mobile voice line may find T-Mobile Rely Home Internet a practical fit, offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month, with a 75/100 Speed Score that is above Fargo’s city average of 61. Fixed wireless is an adequate option, but performance can vary more than wired service, and this plan is available to about 41% of Fargo addresses, so confirm eligibility at your address 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a solid fit for households that want good everyday speeds without needing fiber-level performance, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 75/100. The plans are available to about 41% of Fargo, and pricing requires a qualifying postpaid voice bundle, so check your address and compare faster wired options first if available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 75% of all internet options in North Dakota
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload48Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload22Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fargo
Satellite internet can support everyday browsing and streaming across Fargo, but its higher latency may make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less responsive than wired connections. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a 75/100 Speed Score, above Fargo’s 61 average, though you should confirm availability at your address and check whether a lower-latency wired option is available.
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
Satellite internet can reach homes that other networks miss, and Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making it a good option for streaming, video calls, and multiple users, though satellite latency can still affect gaming and other real-time activities. Starlink covers about 100% of Fargo with this plan, but check for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies generally provide a better everyday experience; Starlink’s 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans are available citywide too, but offer less speed for busy households.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 78% of all internet options in North Dakota
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload22Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload13Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload9Our 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 Fargo
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, but its 22/100 Speed Score is below Fargo’s city average of 61. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Fargo, yet satellite technology brings limited performance compared with alternatives, so check which other technologies reach your address before choosing HughesNet.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service has below-average performance and may feel limited for gaming, video calls, and multiple users. All three plans are available to about 100% of Fargo, though you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first, since satellite is generally a fallback rather than a strong choice for modern internet needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 79% of all internet options in North Dakota
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload21Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload13Our 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 Fargo
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Fargo, with a provider Speed Score of 21/100 versus the city average of 61. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability at 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and the Viasat Unleashed plan scores just 13/100, check what other technologies are available at your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a basic fallback option, so check for faster internet before choosing it. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to about 100% of Fargo, but its 21/100 Speed Score reflects below-average performance and satellite latency can make modern needs like streaming, gaming, and video calls less reliable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Fargo
All 22 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 22 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Sparklight300 Mbps Internet$24.95/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo300 MbpsDownload70Our score$24.95$45Per month~85.7%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload48Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload70Our score$60Per month~62.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload75Our score$35$50Per month~41.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload75Our score$45$60Per month~41.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload75Our score$55$70Per month~41.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload22Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload22Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Viasat IncViasat Essentials55 MbpsDownload21Our score$69.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
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 Fargo
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Sparklight’s 300 Mbps Internet at $24.95 monthly for the first 12 months, reaching about 86% of Fargo.
Its low promotional price and broad wired footprint fit shared streaming, studying, and everyday browsing.
Check first: Confirm the address qualifies; Sparklight does not reach every Fargo address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Midco, with fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps available to about 17% of Fargo.
Midco covers about 100% overall, while its fiber tier offers the strongest upload performance where available.
Check first: Do not assume Midco fiber availability from its overall city footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Midco fiber where available, offering up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps across about 17% of Fargo.
Its symmetric fiber tier is suited to heavy uploads, streaming, and multiple simultaneous users.
Check first: Fiber coverage varies by address, including across Northport, Hawthorne, and Osgood.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Start with Midco’s roughly 100% overall footprint, then consider satellite available everywhere if wired service misses.
Midco is the broadest non-satellite option, while satellite provides an address-level fallback.
Check first: Verify the exact technology and speed before assuming fiber or high-tier cable service.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Fargo
Northport 58102
Midco is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable and fiber.
Midco reaches about 45% with 2,000 Mbps cable, while its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 19%.
Osgood 58104
Midco is currently the strongest option for Fast cable service.
Midco’s largest ZIP share is about 55% for 2,000 Mbps cable; MLGC fiber reaches about 4%.
North Dakota State University 58105
Midco is currently the strongest option for Campus-area fiber.
Midco fiber reaches about 51% of ZIP 58105, with 702 Communications fiber reaching about 14%.
ZIP 58106
Midco is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Midco reaches about 52% with 2,000 Mbps cable and about 35% with 1,000 Mbps cable.
Fargo Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Fargo, ND?
Midco is the best overall provider, with fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 17% of Fargo and overall coverage near 100%. It is the leading choice where its fiber tier is available; elsewhere, CenturyLink is the broadest backup, mostly using DSL.
What is the fastest internet in Fargo, ND?
Midco fiber is the fastest internet in Fargo, offering up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps where available to about 17% of the city. No other provider has a faster qualifying tier reaching at least 5% of Fargo, so address-level fiber verification matters.
Which internet provider covers the most of Fargo, ND?
Midco covers about 100% of Fargo overall, the largest footprint among the 14 listed providers excluding satellite. Its overall reach includes multiple technologies, so the 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier is available to only about 17%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Fargo, ND?
Sparklight’s 300 Mbps Internet is the cheapest plan at $24.95 per month for the first 12 months, reaching about 86% of Fargo. The promotional rate provides broad cable availability, but customers should verify address eligibility before ordering.
Can I get fiber internet in Fargo?
Midco fiber reaches about 17% of Fargo with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps, while several smaller fiber footprints are also listed. Check the exact address because provider-wide coverage does not indicate that every technology reaches the same locations.
What internet speed do I need in Fargo?
A 100 Mbps plan reaches about 7% through CenturyLink DSL, while Sparklight’s 300 Mbps plan reaches about 86% and Midco’s 1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 78%. Choose based on household demand, then confirm the specific tier available at the Fargo address.
What internet options are available near North Dakota State University in Fargo?
ZIP 58105 has Midco fiber reaching about 51% and 702 Communications fiber reaching about 14%, alongside Midco cable tiers. Students should compare address-level availability because the ZIP figures show coverage shares rather than guaranteed service at every location.
How We Analyze Internet in Fargo
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 Fargo report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Fargo
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.