2 weeks Ago By Amanda Kooser
Midco’s $29-per-month introductory deal for 250Mbps service in some areas is about as cheap as you’ll find for wired internet plans in the state. Bargain hunters can look to bundle an eligible Verizon or T-Mobile phone plan with a 5G home internet plan for substantial savings. Midco and Bluepeak both vie for the fastest plans in South Dakota, with 5,000Mbps fiber speeds in some areas.
Pockets of fiber are scattered throughout South Dakota. There is limited availability of Quantum Fiber service. You'll also find some fiber from Bluepeak and Midco with speeds up to 5,000Mbps.
Some towns have their own fiber networks available, like Swiftel Communications in Brookings. Limited areas in southeastern South Dakota can connect via regional ISP Alliance Communications . Check with Venture Communications if you live in central or northeastern South Dakota.
In the state's southern half, look to Golden West for fiber service in a wide selection of smaller towns. The FCC National Broadband Map shows Midco’s combination of cable, fiber and fixed wireless networks reaches nearly 59% of South Dakota homes. The ISP’s fiber offering isn’t as widespread as its cable and fixed wireless networks.
Rural residents are most likely to use the fixed wireless option..
