Internet Providers in Hill City, SD

Over 14 people in Hill City 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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Authentic fiber connection, from the network to your door.

#2

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

#3

CenturyLink

92.34% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

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

40 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#4

Viasat

97.61% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

HughesNet

99.66% 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.

#6

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 Hill City, 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 Hill City

Perched on the edge of the Black Hills and just off US-16A, Hill City mixes a touristy main street with winding residential lanes. Roads and development hug the canyon corridor, so businesses and inns cluster tightly along Main Street while housing fans out up forested ridges and seasonal cabin roads. Fiber service is concentrated in downtown Hill City and along US-16A, while properties on the forest edge and in outlying cabin communities are primarily served by satellite or fixed wireless. Since the town grew around tourism and a short rail spur, carriers pushed higher-capacity lines into the compact core and left the scattered outskirts to wireless options, which means you’ll notice low latency and strong uploads downtown but slower, more variable connections once you head up the hills.

In Hill City, 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 18 areas we track, here are our top recommendations for 2026.

EarthLink Fiber is the standout pick if it is available at your address. With speeds up to 5 Gbps (and, in some areas, symmetrical upload speeds), 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 Hill City, so it is worth checking your exact address first.

Golden West Telecommunications is usually the most widely available choice in Hill City and a strong option when you need a reliable connection. Its network reaches approximately 100% of Hill City, with speeds up to 50 Mbps and plans starting around N/A/mo, making it the most accessible option for many residents. In neighborhoods where EarthLink Fiber is not offered yet, Golden West Telecommunications 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 Hill City, 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 Hill City where signal strength is strong.

CenturyLink or Viasat may still offer service in parts of Hill City, if none of these are available at your address, with speeds up to 50 Mbps. Since promotions change often, it is always smart to check current deals before you order.

What is the fastest internet provider in Hill City?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Hill City, 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%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps97.61%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 Mbps86.10%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.66%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone40 Mbps40 Mbps92.34%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Hill City?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Hill City starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
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 40 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Hill City?

Hill City has 3 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Cable

99.69%

Most widely available wired option. Golden West Telecommunications covers 99.69%. Up to 50 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

92.34%

CenturyLink, max 40 Mbps. 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 Hill City residents.

Hill City, SD - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Hill City, SD has a total of 8 internet providers including  1 Cable providers, 2 DSL providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Hill City, SD by Coverage Area

All 8 internet providers serving Hill City 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.Golden West Telecommunications50 Mbps10 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL99.69%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.66%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.61%
4.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber94.61%
6.CenturyLink40 Mbps40 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone92.34%
7.Earthlink 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet86.10%
8.SDN Communications~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Hill City?

Yes. Hill City 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 Hill City

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Hill City, 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 8 internet providers in Hill City, SD. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL 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 Hill City, 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 Hill City. 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. Hill City 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 Hill City, 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 Hill City. 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 Hill City is 31 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 Hill City, SD.

HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink, EarthLink Fiber, and CenturyLink offer internet in Hill City, 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 Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 40 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Hill City

Hill City Community Library
488 Main St
Hill City, SD 57745
(605) 574-4529

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