Internet Providers in Rolla, ND

Over 20 people in Rolla found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
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Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#2

Viasat

95.54% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#3

HughesNet

99.26% availability
HughesNet logo

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.

#4

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Rolla, ND

#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 Rolla

Rolla sits on the northern North Dakota plains, a small grid of streets with a quiet Main Street and wide agricultural fields around town. Out along U.S. 281, the town's services are easiest to reach. Fixed wireless and satellite service are widely available across downtown Rolla and along U.S. 281, while fiber connections are limited to a few business or municipal locations. So residents near the highway can get 5G or fixed wireless that handles streaming and video calls fairly well, but folks out by the county roads often notice higher latency and lower upload performance on satellite plans.

In Rolla, internet competition varies by neighborhood, but most residents have multiple options to choose from. After reviewing provider availability, plan pricing, typical speeds, and customer sentiment across the 8 areas we track, here are our top recommendations for 2026.

HughesNet is the standout pick if it is available at your address. With speeds up to 100 Mbps, it is often the best option for gaming, remote work, and busy households with many users and connected devices. Availability has expanded across parts of Rolla, so it is worth checking your exact address first.

UTMA is usually the most widely available choice in Rolla and a strong option when you need a reliable connection. Its network reaches approximately 100% of Rolla, with speeds up to 1 Gbps and plans starting around N/A/mo, making it the most accessible option for many residents. In neighborhoods where HughesNet is not offered yet, UTMA is often the best overall mix of speed and price.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet can be a strong third option if you would rather keep things simple, with straightforward pricing around $39.95/mo and fewer stipulations.

Coverage reaches roughly 86% of Rolla, and speeds range between 50 Mbps and 100 Mbps, which is enough for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. It can be a great fit in parts of Rolla where signal strength is strong.

UTMA or Viasat may still offer service in parts of Rolla, if none of these are available at your address, with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Since promotions change often, it is always smart to check current deals before you order.

What is the fastest internet provider in Rolla?

Starlink is the fastest internet provider in Rolla, ND, with download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 44 Mbps — available to 97% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.54%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 Mbps86.10%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.26%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Rolla?

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the cheapest internet in Rolla starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 100 Mbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 100 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Rolla?

Rolla has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

100.00%

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

Cable

30.10%

Most widely available wired option. Midcontinent Communications covers 30.10%. Up to 200 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

100.00%

UTMA, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Rolla residents.

Rolla, ND - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Rolla, ND has a total of 6 internet providers including  1 Fiber providers, 1 Cable providers, 1 DSL providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Rolla, ND by Coverage Area

All 6 internet providers serving Rolla by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 3 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.UTMA1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.26%
3.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.54%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet86.10%
6.Midcontinent Communications200 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television30.10%

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Rolla?

Yes. Rolla 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 Rolla

HughesNet is the best internet provider in Rolla, ND, based on speed and pricing. It's Satellite and Phone internet reaches speeds up to 100 Mbps, and plans start at $74.99*. 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 6 internet providers in Rolla, ND. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

HughesNet offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $74.99*. 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.

Starlink has the fastest speeds in Rolla, with a top download speed of 400 Mbps. 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.

No, fiber internet is not available in Rolla yet. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

Yes. Rolla 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.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Rolla. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Rolla is 30 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 Rolla, ND.

HughesNet, Starlink, Viasat, and Earthlink 5G Home Internet offer internet in Rolla, ND.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Rolla

Rolla Public Library
14 First Street Se
Rolla, ND 58367
(701) 477-3849

How We Research Internet Providers

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