RAPID CITY, SD
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The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Rapid City, SD, your best bet is Midco, covering ~63% of the city with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. That top speed is not citywide: its fiber reaches ~7% of the city, while its 1,000/50 Mbps cable reaches ~47%. West Boulevard Historic District (57701) is strongly Midco, with 59.4% on 1,000/50 Mbps cable, 15.5% on 2,000/350 Mbps cable, and 9.6% on 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber. Canyon Lake (57702) is mixed: Midco has 41.7% on 1,000/50 Mbps cable and 3.7% on 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber. In 57703, Midco reaches 44.3% on 1,000/50 Mbps cable, 16.4% on 2,000/350 Mbps cable, and 11.1% on 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber, while 57709 is more cable-heavy at 46.3% and 31.4% on those tiers. Students at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Western Dakota Technical College, and Black Hills State University – Rapid City should check apartment addresses separately because older copper lines can complicate Zoom, streaming, and gaming. T-Mobile and Verizon add fixed wireless options, with up to 100/20 Mbps reaching 20% and up to 300/20 Mbps reaching 29%, respectively. Coverage changes street to street, including in South Side, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Speed Score: Faster than 100% of all internet options in South Dakota
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.
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EST. CAPABILITIES
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Midco is a top-tier option in Rapid City because its fiber plan is an excellent choice, with up to 5000 Mbps download and 5000 Mbps upload, a 100/100 Speed Score, and coverage across 6.9% of the city. Its cable plans are also solid options, offering up to 2000 Mbps download and 350 Mbps upload with a 98/100 score, or up to 1000 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with an 84/100 score. Because technology availability varies by address, check whether your location qualifies for the fiber plan, which offers Midco’s best performance.
About Midco
Midco is a strong option in Rapid City, especially for addresses that qualify for its faster cable or fiber plans. It offers up to 5000/5000 Mbps fiber in 6.9% of census blocks, up to 2000/350 Mbps cable in 11.2%, and up to 1000/50 Mbps cable in 47.4%, so the excellent top tiers are very address-dependent. The up to 1000/50 Mbps plan should cover everyday use, but households with heavy uploads, many simultaneous users, or demanding modern needs should check for the faster options first.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Bluepeak
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 100% of all internet options in South Dakota
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
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Bluepeak’s up to 5,000 Mbps fiber plan reaches 1.8% of Rapid City, so the fastest option shown here is available at relatively few addresses. Where available, its fiber is a top-tier option, with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and a 100/100 Speed Score, while the up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical plan scores 97/100. Availability is address-dependent because some locations may be served by cable instead, which offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with an 80/100 Speed Score, making it a solid, reliable choice but less balanced than fiber.
About Bluepeak
Bluepeak reaches 46.6% of Rapid City, so it is worth checking your address, though availability is not citywide. Its best options are fiber with up to 5000 Mbps both ways or up to 1000 Mbps both ways, but those plans reach only 1.8% and 4.6% of census blocks, while cable reaches 45.0% with up to 1000 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload. Fiber is the standout where available, while the cable fallback should handle everyday use but may feel limiting for frequent uploads, cloud backups, or multiple video calls.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (940 Mbps) — faster than 86% of all internet options in South Dakota
- Fiber Internet (940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload86Our 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
CenturyLink is a top-tier option in Rapid City, with an 86/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 79. Its Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and up to 940 Mbps upload for $75/mo, but it is shown as available to 1.9% of the city, so check your address to confirm this excellent fiber service reaches you.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is an excellent choice at the small number of Rapid City addresses that can get its fiber plan, offering up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month and a Speed Score of 86/100. However, that plan is available to just 1.9% of the city, so most shoppers should check which faster options are available at their address before choosing CenturyLink.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Quantum Fiber 2 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in South Dakota
- Quantum Fiber 2 Gig$70/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber2,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$70Per month
- Quantum Fiber 940 Mbps / 1 Gig$45/mo promotional rate, then $80/moFiber940 MbpsDownload86Our score$45Per month
- Simply Fiber Internet 200 MbpsFiber200 MbpsDownload78Our 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
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency streaming, gaming, video calls, and work, and Quantum Fiber’s 2 Gig plan offers up to 2000 Mbps down and 2000 Mbps up with a 99/100 Speed Score. That score is above Rapid City’s 79 average, making it a highly competitive option, though the 2 Gig plan is available to only 0.7% of the city, so confirm service at your address. Where the 2 Gig plan is unavailable, the 940 Mbps / 1 Gig fiber plan still offers up to 940 Mbps both ways and an 86/100 Speed Score.
About Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, working from home, and multiple connected devices. Where available, it offers up to 2000 Mbps both ways, up to 940 Mbps both ways, or up to 200 Mbps both ways, but availability depends heavily on your address: the 2 Gig plan reaches 0.7% of Rapid City, while the 940 Mbps and 200 Mbps plans each reach 2.4%, so check your address to confirm these excellent fiber options are available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Golden West Telecommunications
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in South Dakota
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 Rapid City
Golden West Telecommunications offers its strongest value through fiber, with up to 1000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up for a 97/100 speed score, above Rapid City’s average top speed score of 79. That top-tier option covers 7.6% of the city, so your address determines whether you can get it. Where only the 100/20 Mbps cable option or 25/3 Mbps and 10/1 Mbps copper options are available, the lower scores of 54, 42, and 19 mean limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first.
About Golden West Telecommunications
At the monthly price you’re quoted, Golden West’s best value is its up to 1000 Mbps fiber service with up to 1000 Mbps upload, an excellent choice for nearly any household, but it reaches 7.6% of Rapid City’s census blocks. Where fiber is unavailable, up to 100 Mbps cable is a reasonable option for most uses, while the 25/3 and 10/1 Mbps copper plans are mainly suited to basic browsing, so check your address for the faster options first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 74% of all internet options in South Dakota
- 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
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Satellite internet can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls with speeds up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can affect gaming and other real-time uses. Starlink’s Residential 200 Mbps plan is available to 100.0% of Rapid City and has a Speed Score of 74/100, below the city average of 79. Because satellite typically has higher latency than wired connections, check which technologies are available at your address before choosing, especially if low-lag performance matters.
About Starlink
Satellite internet makes Starlink broadly accessible and offers good everyday speeds, with up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can be noticeable during gaming and video calls. Starlink is available to 100.0% of Rapid City, with plans from $55/mo for up to 100 Mbps down and 25 Mbps up to $130/mo for up to 400 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up, though it is wise to check for fiber or cable at your address first if you need the most responsive connection.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Wisp West, Celerity Internet
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 98% of all internet options in South Dakota
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 Rapid City
Wisp West, Celerity Internet is a top-tier option where its fiber is available, with up to 2500 Mbps download and upload and a 98/100 Speed Score. That fiber plan covers 1.5% of Rapid City, so availability is highly address-dependent; some addresses may instead see fixed wireless plans with up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload at 50/100, or up to 25 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload at 45/100. Those fixed wireless options offer more limited performance than the fiber, so check which technology reaches your address before choosing.
About Wisp West, Celerity Internet
Wisp West, Celerity Internet is a strong choice only for addresses that can get its fiber, but its reach is limited. The fiber plan offers up to 2500 Mbps download and 2500 Mbps upload, has a Speed Score of 98/100, and covers 1.5% of census blocks. At other eligible addresses, its fixed wireless plans offer up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload across 0.2% of census blocks, or up to 25 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload across 0.1%, so check for faster options first if fiber is not available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Mt. Rushmore Telephone Company
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in South Dakota
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 Rapid City
Mt. Rushmore Telephone Company is a top-tier option where its fiber is available. The fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 97/100 Speed Score, above Rapid City’s 79 average, and covers 2.4% of the city. Availability depends on your address, and copper plans range from up to 100/20 Mbps at a 50/100 score to up to 10/1 Mbps at 19/100, so consider checking other providers first if fiber is not available.
About Mt. Rushmore Telephone Company
Mt. Rushmore Telephone Company is a limited but potentially excellent option, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, a 97/100 Speed Score, but only 2.4% coverage of census blocks. At other addresses, its copper plans range from up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload to up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, with Speed Scores from 19/100 to 50/100, so check for faster alternatives first because these connections may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Dakota
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Households needing solid everyday connectivity for streaming, remote work, and multiple devices may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless service suitable, with a Speed Score of 78/100, about the same as Rapid City’s city average of 79, and speeds up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload on All-In or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload on Rely. Its fixed wireless performance is adequate rather than top-tier and may vary with local conditions, while both plans are available to 39.4% of the city, so confirm your address before choosing.
About T-Mobile
For households that want good everyday performance for streaming, video calls, and several connected devices, T-Mobile is a worthwhile option: its All-In Home Internet plan offers up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for a $70/mo promotional rate, while Rely offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for a $50/mo promotional rate. Both are 5G fixed wireless with a good Speed Score of 78/100, but availability is address-dependent and each plan reaches 39.4% of Rapid City, so verify your address and consider fiber or cable first if you need the most consistent service.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Dakota
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection can handle everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with plans offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload or up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, both with a Speed Score of 78/100. Both plans are available to 37.2% of Rapid City, so check your address before choosing, since fixed wireless availability and performance can vary by location. The score is about the same as the city average of 79, making Verizon a competitive option where available, with promotional pricing of $35/mo or $45/mo that later increases to $60/mo or $70/mo.
About Verizon
5G fixed wireless can support everyday streaming, video calls, and working from home, with Verizon offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home Plus or up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home. It is an adequate alternative where fiber or cable is unavailable, but performance can vary, so check your address first since both plans are available to 37.2% of Rapid City.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
City of Faith Municipal Telephone Company
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 74% of all internet options in South Dakota
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
Good
Adequate
Excellent
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Rapid City
Up to 100 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload can handle HD streaming, video calls, online gaming, and multiple connected devices. This fiber plan is a good option with low latency and a 74/100 Speed Score, but its availability is limited to 1.6% of Rapid City, so verify service at your address.
About City of Faith Municipal Telephone Company
Up to 100 Mbps both ways is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and typical work-from-home use. City of Faith Municipal Telephone Company is worth checking if this fiber service reaches your address, but it covers just 1.6% of Rapid City, so availability is highly limited.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 58% of all internet options in South Dakota
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload42Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload16Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload16Our 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 Rapid City
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 42/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 79. As a satellite plan, it has limited performance and higher latency than other technologies, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Rapid City, while the less expensive Select and Lite plans offer up to 50/5 Mbps and 25/3 Mbps with Speed Scores of 16/100.
About HughesNet
Starting at $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Rapid City, but its satellite plans provide limited value for the speeds, even though Select costs $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up and Fusion costs $94.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up for the first 12 months. Since satellite has high latency and these plans have below-average Speed Scores, treat HughesNet as a fallback and check your address for faster fiber or cable first, especially for streaming, gaming, and video calls.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 84% of all internet options in South Dakota
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload16Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload16Our 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 Rapid City
Viasat is a limited-performance satellite choice in Rapid City, so consider checking other providers first. Its two plans score 16/100, below the city average of 79, with Essentials offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo and Unleashed offering up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo. Both plans show 100.0% availability across the city, but confirm service at your address because satellite connections can have higher latency and less responsive performance than other technologies.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is mainly a fallback option for Rapid City households, so check whether faster internet is available at your address first. Its satellite plans reach 100.0% of the city, but the fastest option is only 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 have a 16/100 Speed Score, and satellite latency may limit modern streaming, gaming, and video calls.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Rapid City
All 16 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 16 plans
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload74Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload74Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload74Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload42Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload78Our score$50$60Per month~39.4%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload78Our score$70$80Per month~39.4%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35$60Per month~37.2%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$70Per month~37.2%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- HughesNetLite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo25 MbpsDownload16Our score$39.99$49.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetSelect$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo50 MbpsDownload16Our score$49.99$74.99Per 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.
Compare Rapid City providers head-to-head
See how Rapid City’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Rapid City
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Midco's 1,000 Mbps cable, reaching about 47% of Rapid City, for shared coursework and streaming.
ZIP 57701 and 57703 list Midco cable at 59.4% and 44.3%, respectively.
Check first: Confirm Midco service and tier at the exact address; pricing is not published.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Consider Verizon's 300 Mbps 5G Home plan, reaching 37.2% of Rapid City, for video calls and home-office traffic.
ZIP 57702 lists Verizon's 300/20 Mbps fixed wireless at 5.6%.
Check first: Confirm Verizon's exact address-level availability before relying on this plan.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Midco's 5,000 Mbps fiber where available; it reaches about 7% of Rapid City.
Midco's 5,000 Mbps fiber appears at 11.1% in ZIP 57703 and 9.6% in ZIP 57701.
Check first: Fiber availability is highly address-specific; verify the 5,000 Mbps tier before choosing it.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps, which reaches 100% of Rapid City.
Starlink's 220/30 Mbps basic NGSO service reaches approximately 100% of the city.
Check first: Still confirm the plan and address-level service before ordering.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Rapid City
West Boulevard Historic District
Midco is currently the strongest option for Shared streaming and coursework.
Midco reaches 59.4% with 1,000/50 Mbps cable, while its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 9.6%.
Canyon Lake
Midco is currently the strongest option for Cable-first households.
Midco's 1,000/50 Mbps cable leads at 41.7%, while Starlink's 220/30 Mbps satellite reaches 28.9%.
Western Dakota Technical College
Midco is currently the strongest option for Student households.
Midco's 1,000/50 Mbps cable reaches 44.3%, and its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 11.1%.
ZIP 57709
Midco is currently the strongest option for Faster cable and fiber choices.
Midco's 1,000/50 Mbps cable reaches 46.3%, while Bluepeak's 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches 14.1%.
Rapid City Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Rapid City, SD?
Midco and Bluepeak tie for the fastest listed speed at 5,000/5,000 Mbps; Midco's fiber reaches about 7% and Bluepeak's about 2%. Verify fiber at your address, since these fastest footprints cover only small portions of Rapid City.
Can I get fiber in Rapid City, SD?
Yes—fiber is available in Rapid City, but Midco's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 7% of the city. Other listed fiber options also have limited footprints, so check your exact address rather than relying on a provider's broader overall coverage.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Rapid City, SD?
Quantum Fiber Simply Fiber Internet 200 Mbps is the cheapest city plan at a $30/mo promotional starting rate, delivering 200 Mbps and reaching 2.4% of Rapid City. It is the minimum-priced option, but its limited footprint makes address verification essential before ordering.
What internet speed do I need for gaming and streaming in Rapid City, SD?
For heavy gaming and streaming, consider 2,000 Mbps cable or 5,000 Mbps fiber where available; those Midco tiers reach about 11% and 7% of Rapid City, respectively. Midco's 1,000 Mbps cable reaches about 47%, so match your desired speed to the technology available at your address.
What internet is available in Canyon Lake?
In Canyon Lake (ZIP 57702), Midco's 1,000 Mbps cable reaches 41.7%, while Starlink's 220/30 Mbps satellite reaches 28.9%. Midco leads the ZIP data, but verify the exact service and technology at your address before ordering.
How We Analyze Internet in Rapid City
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 Rapid City report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Rapid City
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.