Internet providers in Ely, MN

Internet in Ely

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

Ely Residential Internet Coverage

In the far northern stretches of Minnesota, you'll find the community of Ely. This is a fairly small city that's home to 3,500 people. Beyond that, it also has many ore mines, a canoeing area, and several wildlife preserves. Whether you're in need of speedy Internet coverage for your home or business, the provider listings on this page can help you find a solution.

There are numerous providers that offer service to those in this region. You might spend some time checking out Frontier. This national DSL provider does offer coverage in several of Ely's largest neighborhoods. You can enjoy comparable download speeds through Viasat. Viasat, one of the country's largest satellite providers, has affordable solutions for residents and business owners.

Both cable and fiber options are also accessible throughout Ely. Midcontinent Communications is a regional cable provider that includes the entirety of Ely in its coverage area. Those who choose South Slope Cooperative Communications for their fiber optic needs can tap into some of the nation's highest download speeds.

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Average download speed
81.95 Mbps

Average upload speed
100.18 Mbps

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47.45 ms

Average jitter
2.55 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Ely?

Frontier - No-contract plans available
Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds
Viasat - Widely available
Midco - High speeds for multiple users

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Summary of Ely internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Frontier	DSL	N/A	3.5/5	View Plans for Frontier
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Viasat	Satellite	150 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Viasat
Starlink	Satellite	220 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for Starlink
Midco	Cable	200 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Midco
Access Broadband	Fixed Wireless	10 Mbps	N/A