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Internet providers in Bemidji, MN

Starlink
99% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
220Mbps

User Rating(181)
Midco
64% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Paul Bunyan Communications
40% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Midco
64% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Ooma
50% available in Bemidji
Ooma
Connection:
Wireless LTE
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
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Paul Bunyan Communications
40% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Zayo Group
23% available in Bemidji
Connection:
DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless & Other Copper Wireline
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Mint
Available in Bemidji
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Available in Bemidji
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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AT&T Wireless
99% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
5G Speeds may vary

User Rating
Verizon Wireless
50% available in Bemidji
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

Internet in Bemidji

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

Average starting price
$528.2/mo

Average speed
161.5 Mbps

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Bemidji Residential Internet Coverage

Roughly 15,000 people live in the Minnesota suburb of Bemidji, home to Lake Bemidji and Bemidji Regional Airport. Since this is such a rapidly growing area, demand is high for speedy, dependable Internet. If you live in this region, you could enjoy service from a wide variety of providers.

One of the most expansive ISPs in Bemidji is CenturyLink. Through CenturyLink, you can get access to a reliable DSL network that reaches download speeds as high as 40 Mbps. Service reaches Tenstrike in the north, Guthrie in the south, Solway in the west, and Turtle River in the east.

If you're interested in getting Internet from a local service provider, consider Paul Bunyan Telephone. This company offers high speed DSL and fiber options that top out at 100 Mbps.

Another local service provider is Midcontinent Communications, which focuses on bringing coverage to the Midwest. Service reaches the entirety of Bemidji, extending into neighboring communities.

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Data based on internet speed tests performed in Bemidji

Average download speed
161.49 Mbps

Average upload speed
107.07 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
20.97 ms

Average jitter
4.94 ms

 

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Download speeds up to
220000

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Summary of Bemidji internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for Starlink
Midco Cable 1000 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Midco
Paul Bunyan Communications Fiber 1000 Mbps 4.5/5 View Plans for Paul Bunyan Communications

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Bemidji

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on internet providers in Bemidji.

Paul Bunyan Communications

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Bruce W | 01-25-2023

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Never had a problem with my service. Super fast too.

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Paul Bunyan Telephone

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Jennifer J | 03-20-2014

The pros of having Paul Bunyan Telephone as my internet provider is that it is SUPER FAST! The cons is that they are the only internet provider for my area. And every day it seems around the same time we get a few minutes of where the internet is not working.

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Paul Bunyan Telephone

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Jennifer J | 03-20-2014

The pros of having Paul Bunyan Telephone as my internet provider is that it is SUPER FAST! The cons is that they are the only internet provider for my area. And every day it seems around the same time we get a few minutes of where the internet is not working.

Was this review helpful? Yes 14 No 4

Paul Bunyan Communications

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Bruce W | 01-25-2023

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Never had a problem with my service. Super fast too.

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