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Best Internet Providers in Columbia, SD

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Top 5 Internet Service Providers in Columbia, SD

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1. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
12 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 69.99/mo
100% Available

2. T-Mobile Home Internet

10.5% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
10.5% Available

3. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

4. James Valley Telecommunications

35.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps DSL, Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo
35.2% Available

5. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

Best Internet Providers in Columbia

When you're hunting for the best internet in Columbia, SD, fiber should be at the top of your list. It's fast, reliable, and perfect for all your streaming and online needs. Good news—James Valley Telecommunications offers fiber internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps. It covers a fair bit of Columbia, and it's a great pick for speed lovers.

If fiber isn’t available in your area, don't worry. DSL is another option to consider. James Valley Telecommunications provides DSL as well, with speeds reaching 50 Mbps. It can be a solid choice if fiber isn’t accessible where you live.

Whether it's fiber or DSL, there are good internet options in Columbia to suit different needs.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Columbia

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Average download speed in Columbia:

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Based on 7 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Columbia

  1. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Columbia
  2. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  3. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  4. James Valley Telecommunications - Fast download speeds in Columbia, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  5. Starlink - Widely available

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbia

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Columbia By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
James Valley Telecommunications DSL 50 Mbps 35%
NVC Fiber 1 Gbps 7%
NVC Fixed Wireless 45 Mbps 2%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
James Valley Telecommunications Fixed Wireless 45 Mbps 20%
James Valley Telecommunications Fiber 1 Gbps 35%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 11%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
James Valley Telecommunications DSL 50 Mbps 35%
James Valley Telecommunications Fiber 1 Gbps 35%
James Valley Telecommunications Fixed Wireless 45 Mbps 20%
NVC Fiber 1 Gbps 7%
NVC Fixed Wireless 45 Mbps 2%
CenturyLink DSL 10 Mbps 1%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 11%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Columbia

Internet service providers in Columbia use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Cable - 39%
DSL - 39%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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