Internet Providers in Dakota Dunes, SD

Over 940 people in Dakota Dunes 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

CenturyLink

74.26% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

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

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#3

Viasat

97.54% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

Cable One

96.3% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2636)

Enjoy fast internet speeds up to 100 Mbps without the pressure of a contract.

#5

HughesNet

97.19% 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 Dakota Dunes, SD

#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 Dakota Dunes

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Dakota Dunes, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Cable One cable internet is the next-best option in Dakota Dunes for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 1 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

CenturyLink 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Dakota Dunes. Plans start around $50/mo, with typical speeds around 5 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Dakota Dunes?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Dakota Dunes, SD, 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%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps74.26%
Cable OneCable / Television1 Gbps50 Mbps96.30%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps97.54%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.19%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Dakota Dunes?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Dakota Dunes 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
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Cable One$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNo5 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Dakota Dunes?

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

Fiber

64.09%

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

Cable

96.47%

Most widely available wired option. Cable One covers 96.30%, Vast Broadband covers 0.78%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

74.84%

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

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 74.26%. 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 Dakota Dunes residents.

Dakota Dunes, SD - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Dakota Dunes, SD has a total of 11 internet providers including  4 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 5 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Dakota Dunes, SD by Coverage Area

All 11 internet providers serving Dakota Dunes by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 6 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Rise Broadband5 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.FiberComm1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.54%
4.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.19%
5.Cable One1 Gbps50 MbpsCable / Television96.30%
6.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber94.61%
7.Long Lines25 Mbps2 MbpsCable / DSL77.59%
8.CenturyLink1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone74.26%
9.Vast Broadband200 Mbps20 MbpsCable / DSL0.78%
10.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
11.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Dakota Dunes?

Yes. Dakota Dunes 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 Dakota Dunes

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Dakota Dunes, SD, 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 11 internet providers in Dakota Dunes, SD. 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 Dakota Dunes, 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 Dakota Dunes. 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. Dakota Dunes 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 Dakota Dunes, 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 Dakota Dunes. 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 Dakota Dunes is 159 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 Dakota Dunes, SD.

Viasat, HughesNet, Cable One, EarthLink Fiber, and CenturyLink offer internet in Dakota Dunes, SD.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Cable One: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.

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