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Best Internet Providers in Freeman, SD

All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings

Freeman has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Freeman.

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from October 19, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2025.

What changed
Homes with fiber99.9%Hutchinson County 98.7%top 7%
Average top speed1,019 MbpsHutchinson County 1,012 Mbpsbottom 37%
Providers52.1 at a typical addressbottom 3%
Homes with internet90%Hutchinson County 88%top 39%
ISP Report CardC+score 48 of 100bottom 44%
Connectivity index61/100Hutchinson County 50/100top 29%

Ranks compare Freeman with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.

The Best Internet in Freeman, SD at a Glance

Top rankedSee the full rankingFirst in our Freeman ranking by coverage, speed and customer ratings.See plans
FastestGolden West TelecommunicationsUp to 1,000 Mbps advertised to the FCCCompare speeds
Best ratedGolden West TelecommunicationsRated 1.00 out of 5 by its customers, available to 98.87% of homesSee plans
Lowest priceSee prices by providerListed prices appear on each provider below.See plans

Freeman Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings

Golden West Telecommunications

Golden West Telecommunications logo

Availability:

98.9%

Customer Rating:

1.0 of 5 stars

(1)

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Price: $59.95 - $99.95 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Freeman.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Freeman residents, weighted by block population.

Customer Rating

Fiber

98.9%

1,000 Mbps

1,000 Mbps

Fiber: 0.0 of 5 stars

(0)

T-Mobile Home Internet

T-Mobile Home Internet logo

Availability:

92.9%

Customer Rating:

4.0 of 5 stars

(342)

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1-833-601-2935 Price: Starting at $55.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Freeman.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Freeman residents, weighted by block population.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

92.9%

94 Mbps

100 Mbps

Wireless: 4.0 of 5 stars

(342)

EarthLink

EarthLink logo

Availability:

6.5%

Customer Rating:

3.4 of 5 stars

(15)

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1-877-418-2092 Price: Starting at $39.95 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Freeman.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Freeman residents, weighted by block population.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

6.5%

25 Mbps

25 Mbps

Wireless: 3.3 of 5 stars

(4)

AT&T

AT&T logo

Availability:

6.5%

Customer Rating:

3.6 of 5 stars

(1051)

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1-877-610-1219 Price: Starting at $55.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Freeman.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Freeman residents, weighted by block population.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

6.5%

25 Mbps

25 Mbps

Wireless: 3.6 of 5 stars

(205)

Verizon

Verizon logo

Availability:

3.8%

Customer Rating:

3.8 of 5 stars

(816)

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1-833-213-7018 Price: $50.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Freeman.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Freeman residents, weighted by block population.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

3.8%

279 Mbps

300 Mbps

Wireless: 3.6 of 5 stars

(362)

Satellite providers, which generally offer 100% coverage across the United States, are available for Freeman residents as well. Some of the top satellite options include Dish Network, DirecTV, HughesNet, Viasat, and Starlink. These providers offer varied services and pricing, giving residents flexibility in choosing the best option for their location and needs.

Starlink

Starlink logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

3.9 of 5 stars

(65)

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Price: $55.00 - $130.00 / mo.

Viasat

Viasat logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

1.7 of 5 stars

(12)

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1-833-875-1370 Price: $69.99 - $179.99 / mo.

DirecTV

DirecTV logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

4.3 of 5 stars

(9)

Dish

Dish logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

3.7 of 5 stars

(13)

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1-833-875-1332 Price: $55.00 / mo.

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 Freeman ratings may vary and are shown below.

Who is the Best Internet Provider in Freeman, SD?

Golden West Telecommunications is the highest-rated internet provider in Freeman based on 7 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.

Which Providers are Available at my Home in Freeman?

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.

Freeman, SD map of internet availability

How Freeman Compares to Places Its Size

Freeman's report card score is in the bottom 44% and its connectivity index is in the top 29%.

C+score 48 of 100ISP Report CardGrades what providers offer: fiber availability, the download speed most homes can get and the number of providers at a typical address.bottom 44%
61/100Hutchinson County 50/100, US 69/100Digital Connectivity IndexMeasures how much households need and use the internet: household size, working from home, devices and subscriptions.top 29%
Measure Freeman Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people Hutchinson County South Dakota US Leader
ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here
Fiber availability 99.9% top 7% 98.7% 79.0% 71.5% 1,056 places at 100.0%
Average top speed 1,019 Mbps bottom 37% 1,012 Mbps 2,675 Mbps 3,486 Mbps Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps)
Providers at a typical address 2.1 bottom 3% 2.5 5.8 7.1 McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2)
Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet
People per household 2.6 top 33% 2.4 2.5 2.7 St. George, GA (6.2)
Workers who work from home 7% bottom 34% 10% 10% 15% Indian Springs, NV (76%)
Homes with a computer, tablet or phone 95% top 38% 90% 94% 96% 515 places at 100%
Homes with internet 90% top 39% 88% 90% 91% 115 places at 100%
Homes on fiber, cable or DSL 78% top 21% 73% 76% 76% Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%)
More about the households here
Homes with a desktop or laptop 72% bottom 41% 71% 78% 81% 12 places at 100%
Median household income $70,936 bottom 45% $85,475 $80,420 $93,246 16 places at $250,001
Residents in school (6th grade to college) 10% bottom 25% 11% 15% 16% University Park, PA (95%)

Fiber reaches 99.9% of homes in Freeman, against 98.7% across Hutchinson County and 79.0% across South Dakota. Households in Freeman are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 7% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $70,936 (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 Freeman

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Freeman?

Golden West Telecommunications Fiber in Freeman, SD

Golden West Telecommunications logo

Availability:

98.9%

Customer Rating:

0.0 of 5 stars

(0)

Avg. Download Speed

1,000 Mbps

Golden West Telecommunications offers Fiber service to 98.9% of Freeman homes. Across the city, Golden West Telecommunications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Golden West Telecommunications Fiber. Golden West Telecommunications Fiber is rated other types of internet service available in Freeman from Golden West Telecommunications in terms of customer satisfaction.

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

T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Freeman, SD

T-Mobile Home Internet logo

Availability:

92.9%

Customer Rating:

4.0 of 5 stars

(342)

Avg. Download Speed

94 Mbps

T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.9% of Freeman homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 94 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 19 Mbps throughout the city. T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Freeman from T-Mobile Home Internet in terms of customer satisfaction.

EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Freeman, SD

EarthLink logo

Availability:

6.5%

Customer Rating:

3.3 of 5 stars

(4)

Avg. Download Speed

25 Mbps

EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.5% of Freeman homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 3.0 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Freeman from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.

AT&T Fixed Wireless in Freeman, SD

AT&T logo

Availability:

6.5%

Customer Rating:

3.6 of 5 stars

(205)

Avg. Download Speed

25 Mbps

AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.5% of Freeman homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 3.0 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Freeman from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.

Verizon Fixed Wireless in Freeman, SD

Verizon logo

Availability:

3.8%

Customer Rating:

3.6 of 5 stars

(362)

Avg. Download Speed

279 Mbps

Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.8% of Freeman homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 279 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. Verizon Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Freeman from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Freeman?

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

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Freeman?

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

Internet in Freeman by Neighborhood and ZIP Code

Freeman has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.

Neighborhoods in Freeman

Neighborhood People Homes with fiber Average top speed Providers at a typical address Report card Connectivity

ZIP codes in Freeman

ZIP code People Homes with fiber Average top speed Providers at a typical address Report card Connectivity
570292,136 99.6%1,261 Mbps2.2C+64/100

How Freeman Compares to Nearby Places

The 10 places nearest to Freeman that have their own pages are all within 15 miles. Among them, Turkey Ridge has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Pearsons Corner the fewest (85.9%); Freeman has 99.9%.

Place People Homes with fiber Average top speed Providers at a typical address Report card Connectivity
Freeman (this page)1,677 99.9%1,019 Mbps2.1C+61/100
Marion1,265 98.8%1,134 Mbps3C+46/100
Menno905 99.2%1,022 Mbps1.3C36/100
Bridgewater757 100.0%1,000 Mbps3C+60/100
Monroe471 100.0%2,656 Mbps3.8B55/100
Tschetter Colony364 100.0%1,000 Mbps1C65/100
Dolton331 100.0%1,000 Mbps2.8C+56/100
Pearsons Corner256 85.9%4,121 Mbps2C+59/100
Olivet211 100.0%1,000 Mbps1.9C58/100
Stanley Corner159 100.0%1,000 Mbps2.3C+60/100
Turkey Ridge112 100.0%4,750 Mbps3.4B70/100

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Freeman?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Golden West Telecommunications.

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

Max Advertised Speed in Freeman, SD
Golden West Telecommunications1,000
Verizon300
Viasat100
T-Mobile Home Internet100
HughesNet25
AT&T25
EarthLink25

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Customer Ratings for Freeman Internet Providers

Based on 7 reviews from South Dakota internet customers, Golden West Telecommunications is the best internet service provider for Freeman residents. Golden West Telecommunications was rated at an average of 1.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.

At a national level, based on 2225 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 Freeman Internet Providers

The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Freeman, South Dakota, and customers throughout the country.

ISP / Tech TypeFreeman OverallSouth Dakota OverallNational OverallFor Service
AT&TNo rating yet (0)5 of 5 stars (4)3.5 of 5 stars (1051)View Plans
VerizonNo rating yet (0)3.5 of 5 stars (2)4 of 5 stars (816)View Plans
Golden West TelecommunicationsNo rating yet (0)1 of 5 stars (1)1 of 5 stars (1)View Plans
HughesNetNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)2.5 of 5 stars (25)View Plans
T-Mobile Home InternetNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)4 of 5 stars (342)View Plans
EarthLinkNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)3.5 of 5 stars (15)View Plans
ViasatNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)1.5 of 5 stars (12)View Plans

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Freeman

Based on data reported by Freeman ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Golden West Telecommunications. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Freeman. 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.

Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Golden West Telecommunications. This indicates Golden West Telecommunications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

ISP / Tech TypeFreeman SpeedSouth Dakota SpeedNational SpeedFor Service
AT&TNo rating yet (0)4.5 of 5 stars (4)4 of 5 stars (1051)View Plans
VerizonNo rating yet (0)4 of 5 stars (2)4 of 5 stars (816)View Plans
Golden West TelecommunicationsNo rating yet (0)2 of 5 stars (1)2 of 5 stars (1)View Plans
HughesNetNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)2.5 of 5 stars (25)View Plans
T-Mobile Home InternetNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)4 of 5 stars (342)View Plans
EarthLinkNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)3 of 5 stars (15)View Plans
ViasatNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)1.5 of 5 stars (12)View Plans

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Freeman?

Of the providers in Freeman, customers rate Golden West Telecommunications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Freeman 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.

Golden West Telecommunications is rated 1.00 out of 5 for price, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country.

The table below shows how customers in Freeman, South Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Freeman

ISP / Tech TypeFreeman AffordabilitySouth Dakota AffordabilityNational AffordabilityFor Service
AT&TNo rating yet (0)4 of 5 stars (4)3.5 of 5 stars (1051)View Plans
VerizonNo rating yet (0)3 of 5 stars (2)3.5 of 5 stars (816)View Plans
Golden West TelecommunicationsNo rating yet (0)1 of 5 stars (1)1 of 5 stars (1)View Plans
HughesNetNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)2.5 of 5 stars (25)View Plans
T-Mobile Home InternetNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)4 of 5 stars (342)View Plans
EarthLinkNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)3 of 5 stars (15)View Plans
ViasatNo rating yet (0)No rating yet (0)1.5 of 5 stars (12)View Plans

Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in South Dakota

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Midco Cable

1 of 5 stars October 02, 2026

Constant outages, and a lot more expensive than other providers.

Plan Pricing: 1 of 5 stars
Internet Speed: 1 of 5 stars
Overall Rating: 1 of 5 stars

A Brookings, SD Customer

Mediacom Cable

4 of 5 stars June 05, 2026
Plan Pricing: 3 of 5 stars
Internet Speed: 4 of 5 stars
Overall Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Brian M.

Bluepeak Fiber

2 of 5 stars June 01, 2026

The installation charge was too high and there are a lot of hidden fees and taxes.

Plan Pricing: 2 of 5 stars
Internet Speed: 3 of 5 stars
Overall Rating: 2 of 5 stars

Aaron M.

AT&T Fixed Wireless

5 of 5 stars 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.

Plan Pricing: 4 of 5 stars
Internet Speed: 4 of 5 stars
Overall Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dustin B.

Midco Fixed Wireless

3 of 5 stars 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.

Plan Pricing: 1 of 5 stars
Internet Speed: 5 of 5 stars
Overall Rating: 3 of 5 stars

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Which ISP Should You Choose in Freeman?

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 Freeman is Golden West Telecommunications.
  • The fastest internet provider should be Golden West Telecommunications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Golden West Telecommunications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
  • The most affordable internet provider in Freeman is Golden West Telecommunications.
  • Viasat, HughesNet, and Golden West Telecommunications has the broadest coverage in Freeman, available to 98.9% 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.