SIOUX FALLS, SD
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Shop and compare 11 internet providers for Sioux Falls, SD
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Sioux Falls, SD, your best bet is Midco, covering about 85% of the city. Its network reaches up to 5,000 Mbps on fiber, with that fastest tier reaching about 26% of the city, so confirm what is offered at your address. Local availability shifts by block: McKennan Park is a Bluepeak stronghold, with fiber speeds up to 5000/5000 Mbps covering 71.9% of the ZIP, while Southern Hills leans toward Midco cable, with speeds up to 1000/50 Mbps covering 46.6%. ZIP 57101 is mostly Midco cable, with speeds up to 2000/350 Mbps covering 68.9%, while ZIP 57109 relies more on Midco cable speeds up to 1000/50 Mbps, covering 56.5%. Pettigrew Heights and the South End can differ street to street, and student apartments near Augustana University, University of Sioux Falls, Southeast Technical College, and University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine may have different connections than nearby homes. CenturyLink’s copper tier reaches about 3% of the city, so check carefully for older infrastructure, including near Joe Foss Field Air National Guard Station. Verizon is a budget-minded fixed-wireless alternative, with speeds up to 300/20 Mbps reaching about 57% of the city, but coverage changes street to street, so verify the exact address.
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Sioux Falls
Midco is a top-tier option in Sioux Falls, led by fiber with up to 5000 Mbps down and 5000 Mbps up, a 100/100 Speed Score, and coverage at 25.5% of the city, above the city average of 78. Its cable service is also a solid option, with up to 2000 Mbps down and 350 Mbps up and a 98/100 score, but the best technology depends on your address, while its 100/20 Mbps fixed wireless plan is more limited at 54/100.
About Midco
Midco is a strong choice for Sioux Falls households, with excellent fiber and cable options where available: fiber offers up to 5000 Mbps down and 5000 Mbps up in 25.5% of census blocks, while cable offers up to 2000 Mbps down and 350 Mbps up in 27.2%, or up to 1000 Mbps down and 50 Mbps up in 34.5%. Availability depends on your address, and locations without those options may be left with up to 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up over fixed wireless, which is adequate for lighter use but may not be enough for a busy modern household, so check the faster plans first.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Sioux Falls
Bluepeak reaches 40.1% of Sioux Falls, so availability is not citywide and your address will determine whether it is an option. Its fiber service is a top-tier option where available, with up to 5000 Mbps download and 5000 Mbps upload and a 100/100 Speed Score, well above the city’s average top speed score of 78. The technology at your address matters: cable offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with an 80/100 score and is a solid option, while copper tops out at up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a 19/100 score, so consider checking other providers first if copper is the only option.
About Bluepeak
Bluepeak’s fastest fiber plan reaches 21.6% of Sioux Falls, so its best service is address-dependent rather than broadly available. Where fiber or cable is available, you can get excellent options with up to 5000 Mbps both ways or up to 1000 Mbps download, but addresses limited to copper may get only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be enough for streaming, video calls, and multiple users.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Fiber
Copper
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 Sioux Falls
CenturyLink is a top-tier option where its fiber service is available, offering up to 940 Mbps download and 940 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 86/100, above the Sioux Falls average of 78. That fiber plan is available to 3.8% of the city, so check your address to confirm you can get its strongest technology and performance.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice for households that can get its fiber service, with excellent performance for streaming, gaming, and work. Its listed option here is Fiber Internet with up to 940 Mbps download and upload for $75/mo, a Speed Score of 86/100, but it is available to just 3.8% of Sioux Falls, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Alliance Communications Cooperative Inc
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
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Sioux Falls
Alliance Communications Cooperative Inc’s fiber reaches 15.5% of Sioux Falls, so availability is limited to a portion of city addresses. At eligible addresses, it offers up to 1000 Mbps download and up to 1000 Mbps upload with a 97/100 Speed Score, making it an excellent, top-tier option above the city’s average top speed score of 78. Check your exact address to confirm that this fiber plan is available.
About Alliance Communications Cooperative Inc
Alliance Communications Cooperative Inc reaches 15.5% of Sioux Falls, so your odds of getting service depend heavily on your address. Where available, its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, making it an excellent choice for streaming, work, gaming, and multiple connected devices, so check your address for availability.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Sioux Falls
Satellite service offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink is available to 100.0% of Sioux Falls, yet its 74/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 78, so check which other technologies reach your address before choosing.
About Starlink
Satellite internet can handle everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but its higher latency may make competitive gaming and other interactive applications feel less responsive. Starlink offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans for $85/mo and $55/mo, and each plan is available to 100.0% of Sioux Falls; still, check your address for fiber or cable first if you want the best overall experience.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Sioux Falls
What you pay each month goes toward a top-tier fiber plan with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, earning a 97/100 Speed Score and making it an excellent choice for demanding home use. That score is above Sioux Falls’s average top speed score of 78. Fiber availability is address-specific, and this plan reaches 7.1% of the city, so confirm it is offered at your address.
About Golden West Telecommunications
At the monthly price quoted today, Golden West Telecommunications gives eligible homes up to 1000 Mbps both ways over fiber, with a 97/100 Speed Score and strong performance for streaming, gaming, work, and many connected devices. Fiber coverage is limited to 7.1% of Sioux Falls, so check your address first, because this is an excellent option where available but may not be an option elsewhere.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Sioux Falls
Households seeking a straightforward 5G fixed-wireless connection for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile a practical fit, with the All-In plan offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional, then $80/mo. Its 78/100 Speed Score is about the same as the Sioux Falls average of 78, while the lower-priced Rely plan offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional, then $60/mo. Because fixed wireless performance can vary more than wired service, check your address carefully, as these plans are available to 43.2% of the city.
About T-Mobile
Households seeking affordable internet with good everyday speeds may find T-Mobile a solid option, with 5G fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional pricing, then $80/mo, or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, with both earning a Speed Score of 78/100. Fixed wireless is adequate rather than as dependable as fiber or cable, and availability is address-dependent, with these plans available to 43.2% of the city, so check your address and compare faster options first if you need especially consistent service for heavy work, gaming, or multiple simultaneous users.
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 Sioux Falls
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with 5G Home Plus, supporting streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for everyday use. Both plans have a Speed Score of 78/100, about the same as the Sioux Falls average, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. These plans are shown as available to 61.0% of the city, so verify service at your address and compare other available technologies before choosing.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G Fixed Wireless service is a good practical option for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home Plus, though it can be less consistent than fiber or cable. Both plans have a Speed Score of 78/100 and are available to 61.0% of Sioux Falls, so check your address before choosing, especially since availability is location-dependent.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Quantum Fiber 2 Gig — faster than 86% 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 Sioux Falls
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and work, and Quantum Fiber offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload with a top-tier Speed Score of 99/100 on its 2 Gig plan. Its 940 Mbps plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and 940 Mbps upload, scores 86/100, above the city average of 78, and the 2 Gig plan is available to 3.8% of the city, so verify the exact tier available at your address.
About Quantum Fiber
Fiber is excellent for everyday use, supporting smooth streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices with fast, reliable performance. Quantum Fiber offers up to 2000 Mbps both ways, plus up to 940 Mbps both ways and 200 Mbps service, but availability is highly address-dependent, so check your address to see which plan is offered, with the 2 Gig plan reaching 3.8% of Sioux Falls and the other plans reaching 6.0%.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
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 Sioux Falls
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload over satellite, but its 42/100 Speed Score is below Sioux Falls’ city average of 78. Satellite’s higher latency and limited performance make it a weaker choice for demanding streaming, gaming, and video calls, so check what other service types reach your address before choosing it. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Sioux Falls.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet buys you satellite service with up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps download, but the plans have speed scores of 16, 16, and 42, so the value is mainly broad availability rather than strong performance. I’d check for fiber or cable at your address first, since satellite is limited and high-latency for many modern uses; HughesNet is available to 100.0% of Sioux Falls and can be a practical fallback when faster choices are not available.
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 Sioux Falls
Viasat is a limited-performance option in Sioux Falls, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its satellite plans have a Speed Score of 16/100, below the city average of 78, with Viasat Essentials offering 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 plans show 100.0% city availability, but satellite latency and these speeds may be limiting for video calls, gaming, and households with several active users.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is mainly a fallback option for Sioux Falls, even though its satellite service covers 100.0% of the city, because the plans have a Speed Score of 16/100 and offer up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload. Viasat Essentials costs $69.99/mo and is faster than Viasat Unleashed at $99.99/mo, but check your address for faster options first, since satellite latency and limited upload speed may not be enough for modern needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Sioux Falls
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
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35$60Per month~61%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$70Per month~61%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- 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~43.2%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload78Our score$70$80Per month~43.2%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 Sioux Falls providers head-to-head
See how Sioux Falls’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Sioux Falls
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Consider Verizon 5G Home at its $35/mo promotional starting rate for 300 Mbps, reaching 61% of Sioux Falls.
ZIP 57107 lists Verizon's 300/20 Mbps fixed wireless across 5.5% of the ZIP.
Check first: Confirm the exact address; Verizon's 5G Home reach is 61%, not universal.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Midco's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber where available; its fiber footprint reaches about 26% of Sioux Falls.
McKennan Park's ZIP 57105 lists Bluepeak fiber at 71.9%, a strong alternative.
Check first: Midco's 26% fiber footprint is much smaller than its full footprint; verify fiber availability.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Prioritize Midco's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber where available; its fiber reaches about 26% of Sioux Falls.
Pettigrew Heights lists Midco fiber at 26.4%, while ZIP 57103 lists it at 37.3%.
Check first: Verify that your address qualifies for Midco fiber rather than another Midco technology.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps at its $55/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 100% of Sioux Falls.
Its basic 220/30 Mbps satellite service also reaches about 100% citywide.
Check first: Satellite reaches broadly, but confirm address-specific service and performance before ordering.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Sioux Falls
Pettigrew Heights
Midco is currently the strongest option for Symmetrical multi-gig fiber.
Midco fiber covers 26.4%, while its 2,000 Mbps cable covers 18.0%.
McKennan Park
Bluepeak is currently the strongest option for Fastest listed fiber.
Bluepeak's 5,000 Mbps fiber covers 71.9%, the ZIP's largest listed footprint.
Southern Hills
Midco is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Midco's 1,000 Mbps cable reaches 46.6%, with 2,000 Mbps cable at 18.3%.
Southeast Technical College
Midco is currently the strongest option for Cable and fiber options.
Midco's 2,000 Mbps cable leads at 34.6%, and its 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 26.8%.
Sioux Falls Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet in Sioux Falls, SD?
Midco and Bluepeak tie for the fastest listed speed at 5,000/5,000 Mbps, with their fiber reaching about 26% and 22% of Sioux Falls, respectively. Check the address because each provider's fiber footprint is much smaller than its overall city presence.
Can I get fiber internet in McKennan Park, Sioux Falls?
Yes—Bluepeak fiber covers 71.9% of ZIP 57105 (McKennan Park), while Midco fiber covers 21.6%. Address-level qualification still matters because ZIP coverage does not guarantee service at every location; check both providers at your exact address before choosing.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Sioux Falls?
Quantum Fiber Simply Fiber Internet 200 Mbps is the city's cheapest plan at a $30/mo promotional starting rate for 200 Mbps, reaching 6.0% of Sioux Falls. It is the minimum listed price, but availability is limited to that 6.0% footprint.
What internet speed do I need for a Sioux Falls household?
For a starting point, consider 100 Mbps; Starlink's Residential 100 Mbps reaches 100% of Sioux Falls, while Verizon's 300 Mbps 5G Home reaches 61%. Heavier multi-device households can consider Midco or Bluepeak 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber where available, reaching 26% and 22%, respectively.
Is Midco fiber available in Pettigrew Heights?
Yes—Midco fiber covers 26.4% of ZIP 57104, identified here as Pettigrew Heights. Midco also lists 23.1% cable coverage there, so confirm the technology and exact address; fiber is not guaranteed at every address despite the ZIP result.
How We Analyze Internet in Sioux Falls
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 Sioux Falls report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Sioux Falls
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.