6 Best Internet Providers in Branstad, WI

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Above are the top 4 providers in Branstad, WI for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Branstad, WI?

Grantsburg Telcom is the highest-rated internet provider in Branstad based on 34 Wisconsin customer reviews, and Grantsburg Telcom 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. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Branstad, Wisconsin, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Branstad

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Branstad Internet Providers

Based on 34 reviews from Wisconsin internet customers, Grantsburg Telcom is the best internet service provider for Branstad residents. Grantsburg Telcom was rated at an average of 3.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Wisconsin, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 24.1% coverage in Branstad.

At a national level, based on 1973 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Grantsburg Telcom is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Branstad?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Branstad, the fastest internet in the city comes from Grantsburg Telcom.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Branstad

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Grantsburg Telcom	500 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	Starwire Technologies	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	25 Mbps
	EarthLink	25 Mbps
	AT&T	25 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Branstad

Based on data reported by Branstad ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Grantsburg Telcom. The company offers speeds up to 500 Mbps in Branstad. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 500 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

However, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Grantsburg Telcom. This indicates Grantsburg Telcom reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Branstad?

Wisconsin customers rate Grantsburg Telcom as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Grantsburg Telcom received a local rating of 2.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Branstad customers with an average price rating of 4.50 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Branstad, Wisconsin, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Branstad

Branstad Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the city and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Branstad below, including the metrics used and how Branstad compares to the rest of Wisconsin and nation.

Branstad ISP Report Card: C+

	Metric (hover for details)	Branstad	Wisconsin	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Branstad that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	100.00%	57.90%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	500 Mbps	2,751 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Branstad.	3.8	7.3	6.8

 

Branstad Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Branstad	Wisconsin	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.7	2.4	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	8%	12%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	97%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	90%	90%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	70%	73%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	70%	74%	76%

Branstad ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Branstad is C+, which is comparable to other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Branstad is high with a score of 63 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Branstad have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Branstad ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

90% of Branstad households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 70% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 1% are still on dial-up, and 2% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 70% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 70% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of Branstad residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Cities Compare to Branstad?

How Much Speed does a Branstad Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Branstad is 2.7, which is larger than the Wisconsin average of 2.4 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Branstad's average household income is $85,181 which is higher than the Wisconsin average of $82,094 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.

Branstad also has 13% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Wisconsin average of 15%. Additionally, 8% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 12% of residents in Wisconsin who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Branstad has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Branstad households are much more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 81% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Branstad?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Branstad?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Branstad, WI.

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Branstad?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Branstad, WI.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Branstad?

Which ISP Should You Choose in Branstad?

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 Branstad is Grantsburg Telcom.
• The fastest internet provider should be Grantsburg Telcom. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Grantsburg Telcom may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Branstad is Grantsburg Telcom.
• Viasat, HughesNet, and Grantsburg Telcom has the broadest coverage in Branstad, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does Branstad compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Branstad stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Branstad's C+ ISP Report Card and 63 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.