Internet Providers in Blue Earth, MN

Over 49 people in Blue Earth found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

94.61% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

Viasat

98.44% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#3

Frontier

1% availability
Frontier logo

Connection Types:

DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

Fastest Available

User Review:

(2641)

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For new residential Frontier Internet customers. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to NY, PA and select customers. Max speeds if indicated, and optimal performance, are wired. Service capabilities subject to location. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds or performance vary. Performance details: https://frontier.com/corporate/internet-disclosures. Expert installation ($85) and other applicable charges, additional services and taxes are extra & subject to change during & after the promo period. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device also applies if equipment is not returned. Service subject to availability. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#4

HughesNet

99.73% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Blue Earth, MN

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Blue Earth

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Blue Earth, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Blue Earth, you will see speed tiers from 9 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Consolidated Communications is a solid choice in Blue Earth, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Blue Earth and can support most households with speeds up to 11 Mbps and plans starting at $99/mo.

Jaguar Communications offers 5G home internet plans starting at $99/mo, and delivers speeds from 9 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Blue Earth.

What is the fastest internet provider in Blue Earth?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Blue Earth, MN, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 94.61% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps94.61%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.44%
FrontierDSL / PhoneFastest AvailableFastest Available1.00%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.73%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Blue Earth?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Blue Earth starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Frontier$49.99Fastest AvailableNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Blue Earth?

Blue Earth has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

24.24%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

74.93%

Most widely available wired option. Consolidated Communications covers 0.15%, Cyberonic covers 0.00%. Up to 9 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

100.00%

Frontier, max 115 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Jaguar Communications leads at 0.23%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Blue Earth residents.

Blue Earth, MN - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Blue Earth, MN has a total of 9 internet providers including  6 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 4 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Blue Earth, MN by Coverage Area

All 9 internet providers serving Blue Earth by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 5 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.LTD Broadband30 Mbps30 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.BevComm1 Gbps50 MbpsFiber / DSL100.00%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.73%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.44%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber94.61%
6.Frontier~~DSL / Phone1.00%
7.Jaguar Communications100 Mbps30 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.23%
8.Consolidated Communications9 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.15%
9.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Blue Earth?

Yes. Blue Earth residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Earth

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Blue Earth, MN, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 9 internet providers in Blue Earth, MN. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Blue Earth, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Blue Earth. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Blue Earth residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Blue Earth, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

No, 5G home internet is not available in Blue Earth. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Blue Earth is 23 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Blue Earth, MN.

HughesNet, Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, and Frontier offer internet in Blue Earth, MN.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Frontier: Offers speeds up to 115 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Blue Earth

Blue Earth Community Library
124 West 7th Street
Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-5012
Faribault County Library
120 S Main St, Suite C
Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-7182

How We Research Internet Providers

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Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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