Internet Providers in Alexandria, SD

Over 9 people in Alexandria found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

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

CenturyLink

75.12% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

20 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#3

Viasat

97.24% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

HughesNet

98.4% 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.

#5

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 Alexandria, SD

#1DIRECTV

  • Local channels included at no extra cost
  • 2-year price guarantee — lock in your rate
  • Premium channels free for 3 months
  • Access to Regional Sports Networks with CHOICE package or higher
  • Self-setup in minutes; no technician needed
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish 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

Best Internet Providers in Alexandria

Alexandria sits in Hanson County amid rolling farmland, a small county hub where services and stores still cluster close to each other. Main Street and the county roads form the town's spine, so early DSL and fixed-wireless links landed there first. Santel Communications Cooperative's DSL and fixed-wireless coverage is concentrated in downtown Alexandria and along the primary county road corridors, while satellite and 5G home service are widely available in the surrounding rural outskirts. Out near the edges, residents often trade higher download performance downtown for more flexible, but lower-upload, satellite or 5G links on farms and newer subdivisions usually have newer lines.

In Alexandria, 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 10 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 Alexandria, so it is worth checking your exact address first.

Santel Communications Cooperative is usually the most widely available choice in Alexandria and a strong option when you need a reliable connection. Its network reaches approximately 100% of Alexandria, with speeds up to 8 Mbps and plans starting around N/A/mo, making it the most accessible option for many residents. In neighborhoods where HughesNet is not offered yet, Santel Communications Cooperative 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 Alexandria, and speeds range between 100 Mbps and 100 Mbps, which is enough for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. It can be a great fit in parts of Alexandria where signal strength is strong.

CenturyLink or Viasat may still offer service in parts of Alexandria, if none of these are available at your address, with speeds up to 20 Mbps. Since promotions change often, it is always smart to check current deals before you order.

What is the fastest internet provider in Alexandria?

Starlink is the fastest internet provider in Alexandria, SD, 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 Mbps97.24%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 Mbps86.10%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.40%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone20 Mbps20 Mbps75.12%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Alexandria?

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the cheapest internet in Alexandria 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
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 20 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Alexandria?

Alexandria has 3 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. CenturyLink is the best available for gaming and WFH.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

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

Alexandria, SD - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Alexandria, SD has a total of 8 internet providers including  4 Fiber providers, 3 Fixed Wireless providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Alexandria, SD by Coverage Area

All 8 internet providers serving Alexandria by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 4 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Santel Communications Cooperative8 Mbps3 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
2.TrioTel Communications100 Mbps100 MbpsFiber100.00%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.40%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.24%
5.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
6.Earthlink 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet86.10%
7.CenturyLink20 Mbps20 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone75.12%
8.SDN Communications~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Alexandria?

Yes. Alexandria 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 Alexandria

HughesNet is the best internet provider in Alexandria, SD, 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 8 internet providers in Alexandria, SD. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, fixed wireless 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 Alexandria, 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.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Alexandria. 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. Alexandria 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 Alexandria, 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.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Alexandria. 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 Alexandria is 33 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 Alexandria, SD.

HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, and CenturyLink offer internet in Alexandria, SD.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 20 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.

Internet Providers in Nearby Cities

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Free wireless internet access points in Alexandria

Alexandria Public Library
421 Main St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4549

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