Internet providers in North Dakota
Our broadband experts compare some of the best internet options in North Dakota. Use the tools below to find providers at your location or in a city near you.
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Best internet providers in North Dakota
Internet providers in North Dakota
As with many of the mid-western states, North Dakota has a lot of land and relatively few people. That generally translates to hit-or-miss internet coverage and speeds, but in the cities, at least, customers in North Dakota can find robust internet connections. Some “hometown” internet service providers offer 1 Gbps (1,000 Mbps) or better download speeds.
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North Dakota internet at a glance
While some rural areas of North Dakota are lacking internet service, several cities have access to 1 Gbps (1,000 Mbps) download speeds, with multiple companies offering it, and one company, BEK, claiming a 2.5 Gbps (2,500 Mbps) download speed in Valley City.
Internet availability in North Dakota
96.3% of North Dakota homes have access to some kind of internet.
- Cable: 59%
- Fiber: 66%
- Satellite: 100%
- Fixed wireless: 39%
Fastest internet in North Dakota
The fastest internet connection possible will likely leave you most satisfied, as a fast connection means quicker results when downloading large files such as graphics. It also gives you the best streaming performance, with less (or no) buffering of movies and videos. And, online gaming demands a fast connection to be effective.
Providers using cable and fiber may offer download speeds up to 1 Gbps, and Valley City has the fastest available internet, 2.5 Gbps from BEK.
- BEK: 2,500 Mbps
- Sparklight: 1,000 Mbps
- Consolidated Communications: 1,000 Mbps
Cheapest internet in North Dakota
Some internet users won’t have a need to stream video and may simply want to send and receive email and similar, non-data heavy uses. If that’s the case, an inexpensive plan may do the job. Northern Skies offers plans starting at $19.95/mo. You’ll want to look for unexpected charges, such as installation, which may be waived with a contract, or a fee to purchase a satellite dish or fixed wireless antenna.
- Northern Skies: $19.95/mo.
- Sparklight: $34.95/mo.
Summary of North Dakota internet providers
Use the outline below to find the internet service providers in North Dakota that best suit your budget, speed preferences and availability:
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed range | Connection type | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEK Communications Co-op | $81.50/mo. | Up to 2,500 Mbps | Fiber | 23% |
| Consolidated Communications | $49.99/mo. | Up to 50 Mbps | Fixed wireless | 6% |
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | $30.00/mo.** w/ Autopay and voice line. Plus taxes & fees | 87 – 498 Mbps | 5G | 51% |
CenturyLink | $50.00/mo.*** | 100 – 940 Mbps | Fiber, DSL | 33% |
Sparklight | $34.95/mo. | 300 – 1,000 Mbps | Cable/fiber | 25% |
| Northern Skies | $19.95/mo. | Up to 30 Mbps | Fixed wireless | 8% |
Hughesnet | $39.99/mo. | 25 – 100 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $99.00/mo. | 25 – 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. Updated as of 03/03/26.
**Savings with $20 in monthly bill credits. Limited-time; subject to change. Qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required. If you have cancelled Internet lines in past 90 days, you may need to reactivate them first. Credits may take up to 2 bill cycles; credits will stop if you cancel any lines or change plans. Limit 1/account. May not be combined with some offers or discounts.
***Limited availability. Service and rate in select locations only. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply. Rate excludes CTL Fee not to exceed $1.50/mo./line.
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