Best Internet Providers in Barnard, SD
All 4 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Barnard, SD
Barnard has 4 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Barnard.
Ranks compare Barnard with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Barnard, SD at a Glance
Barnard Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
NVC
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
CenturyLink
Connection
Customer Rating
DSL
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Barnard ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Barnard, SD?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Barnard based on 3 South Dakota customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Barnard?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
How Barnard Compares to Places Its Size
Barnard's report card score is in the top 45% and its connectivity index is in the top 44%.
| Measure | Barnard | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Brown County | South Dakota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 99.0% | top 26% | 90.6% | 79.0% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,000 Mbps | top 38% | 1,602 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.4 | bottom 20% | 6.3 | 5.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.4 | bottom 49% | 2.3 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 12% | top 31% | 7% | 10% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 92% | bottom 46% | 93% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 88% | top 39% | 88% | 90% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 61% | top 43% | 73% | 76% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 68% | bottom 38% | 77% | 78% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $78,592 | top 35% | $76,223 | $80,420 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 13% | top 36% | 15% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 99.0% of homes in Barnard, against 90.6% across Brown County and 79.0% across South Dakota. Households in Barnard are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 12% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $78,592 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Barnard
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Barnard?
NVC Fiber in Barnard, SD
Availability:
99.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
NVC offers Fiber service to 99.0% of Barnard homes. Across the city, NVC Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Barnard?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Barnard, SD
Availability:
65.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
56 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 65.1% of Barnard homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 56 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Barnard, SD
Availability:
49.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
274 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 49.8% of Barnard homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 274 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the city.
NVC Fixed Wireless in Barnard, SD
Availability:
22.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
NVC offers Fixed Wireless service to 22.5% of Barnard homes. Across the city, NVC Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 33 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 45 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 5.0, with an average of 3.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Barnard?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Barnard, SD.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Barnard?
CenturyLink DSL in Barnard, SD
Availability:
1.4%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 1.4% of Barnard homes. Across the city, CenturyLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 Mbps
Internet in Barnard by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Barnard has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Barnard
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Barnard
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57426 | 36 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.2 | C+ | 46/100 |
How Barnard Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Barnard that have their own pages are all within 19 miles. Among them, Willow has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Aberdeen the fewest (89.2%); Barnard has 99.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnard (this page) | 209 | 99.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.4 | C | 43/100 |
| Aberdeen | 31,178 | 89.2% | 1,540 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 45/100 |
| Westport | 507 | 91.3% | 1,137 Mbps | 4.3 | C+ | 51/100 |
| Frederick | 441 | 97.0% | 1,118 Mbps | 3.4 | C+ | 24/100 |
| Ordway | 390 | 98.2% | 1,001 Mbps | 4.6 | B- | 50/100 |
| Hecla | 349 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.8 | C | 44/100 |
| Columbia | 299 | 97.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 2 | C | 38/100 |
| Wetonka | 256 | 99.2% | 1,037 Mbps | 1.6 | C | 54/100 |
| Houghton | 132 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.9 | C | 44/100 |
| Willow | 105 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C | 41/100 |
| Tacoma Park | 77 | 93.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.6 | C | 41/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Barnard?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, NVC should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Barnard
| NVC | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| CenturyLink | 40 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Barnard Internet Providers
Based on 3 reviews from South Dakota internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Barnard residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. NVC wins for second-place in South Dakota, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 99.0% coverage in Barnard.
At a national level, based on 1342 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Barnard Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Barnard, South Dakota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Barnard Overall | South Dakota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| NVC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (0) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Barnard
Based on data reported by Barnard ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through NVC. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Barnard. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Barnard Speed | South Dakota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| NVC | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (0) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Barnard?
Of the providers in Barnard, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Barnard where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across South Dakota or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Verizon is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. NVC is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Barnard, South Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Barnard
| ISP / Tech Type | Barnard Affordability | South Dakota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (0) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in South Dakota
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Midco Cable
October 02, 2026 Constant outages, and a lot more expensive than other providers.
A Brookings, SD Customer
Mediacom Cable
June 05, 2026 Brian M.
Bluepeak Fiber
June 01, 2026 The installation charge was too high and there are a lot of hidden fees and taxes.
Aaron M.
AT&T Fixed Wireless
May 29, 2026 My internet provider has been very reliable and consistent. I have used it on the go in many locations and it has rarely let me down. I am a very satisfied customer of AT&T and have nothing but praise for the service provided and the price point. I would highly recommend this service to everyone I know.
Dustin B.
Midco Fixed Wireless
April 14, 2026 They have good service, but their pricing is beyond sane. Basic cable runs $60 each room so to have basic cable in my home would cost $180. FOr basic cable. Basic non Wi Fi internet starts at $60 month. It's absolutely nuts how much it costs.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Barnard?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Barnard is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be NVC. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Barnard is Verizon.
- Viasat, NVC, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Barnard, available to 99.0% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.