Internet providers in Elk River, MN

Internet in Elk River

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Elk River area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Elk River Residential Internet Coverage

Found in Minnesota's Sherburne County, Elk River is a mid-sized suburban community just outside Minneapolis. Thanks to its location along the Mississippi River and Elk River, Elk River has beautiful natural views and attractions. About 23,000 people live in Elk River, making it one of the largest northern suburbs of the Twin Cities. As a result, there are numerous ISPs that reach this area.

If cable has the features and services you're looking for, there are multiple providers available in Elk River. Xfinity boasts some of the top download speeds in Elk River, so it's a popular pick for large households and business owners. Spectrum also supplies the entirety of Elk River with cable coverage.

There are also several DSL options in Elk River. Through CenturyLink, people in every part of Elk River can access DSL and fiber optic service. Windstream is another DSL choice, boasting download speeds comparable to those available through Spectrum and Windstream.

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Average download speed
199.53 Mbps

Average upload speed
16.24 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
43.38 ms

Average jitter
9.09 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Elk River?

Spectrum - No data caps
Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds
Hughesnet - Perfect for rural areas

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Summary of Elk River internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Spectrum	Cable	1000 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)	3.5/5	View Plans for Spectrum CTAM Plans
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Hughesnet	Satellite	100 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Hughesnet
Starlink	Satellite	220 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for Starlink
Nextera Communications	Fixed Wireless	6 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for Nextera Communications
MVTV Wireless Internet	Fixed Wireless	50 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for MVTV Wireless Internet
Upstream Network	Fiber	1000 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for Upstream Network