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4 Best Internet Providers in French River, MN

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French River ISP Report at a Glance
ISP grade French River ISP Report Card B
Average speed Download Speed for Most Households 2,000 Mbps
ISP count Number of Internet Service Providers 4
Customer review count Real French River Customer Ratings 0

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.

Data update information

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.

French River 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 French River.

French River overview

French River 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 French River.

Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings

Centurylink

Centurylink logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.3 of 5 stars

(176)

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1-844-526-6307 Price: $50.00 - $75.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in French River.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most French River residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

DSL

100.0%

60 Mbps

60 Mbps

DSL: 3.0 of 5 stars

(101)

Mediacom

Mediacom logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.1 of 5 stars

(91)

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1-844-490-5828 Price: $14.99 - $140.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in French River.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most French River residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fiber

100.0%

2,000 Mbps

2,000 Mbps

Fiber: 3.7 of 5 stars

(7)

Zito

Zito logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

2.1 of 5 stars

(16)

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Price: Starting at $35.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in French River.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most French River residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fiber

100.0%

1,000 Mbps

1,000 Mbps

Fiber: 3.3 of 5 stars

(4)

T-Mobile Home Internet

T-Mobile Home Internet logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

4.0 of 5 stars

(341)

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1-833-601-2935 Price: $55.00 - $105.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in French River.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most French River residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

100.0%

25 Mbps

25 Mbps

Wireless: 3.9 of 5 stars

(204)

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


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.

Satellite providers, which generally offer 100% coverage across the United States, are available for French River 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.

Dish

Dish logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

3.6923 of 5 stars

(13)

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DirecTV

DirecTV logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

4.3333 of 5 stars

(9)

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Viasat

Viasat logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

1.7273 of 5 stars

(11)

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HughesNet

HughesNet logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

2.4286 of 5 stars

(21)

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Starlink

Starlink logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

3.9836 of 5 stars

(61)

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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 French River ratings may vary and are shown below.

Who is the Best Internet Provider in French River, MN?

T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in French River based on Minnesota customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in French River, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 100.00% of the city.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in French River, Minnesota, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in French River


T-Mobile Home Internet4.504.04
HughesNet4.002.29
Centurylink3.603.31
Mediacom3.333.05
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  • State Rating
  • National Rating

Local, State, and National Ratings for all French River Internet Providers

ISP / Tech TypeFrench River OverallMinnesota OverallNational OverallFor Service
T-Mobile Home Internet (0) (4) (284)View Plans
HughesNet (0) (1) (18)View Plans
Centurylink (0) (10) (163)View Plans
Mediacom (0) (3) (84)View Plans
Zito (0) (0) (16)View Plans
Viasat (0) (0) (11)View Plans

Based on 18 reviews from Minnesota internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for French River residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. HughesNet wins for second-place in Minnesota, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 100.0% coverage in French River.

At a national level, based on 576 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Zito Media is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.03 out of 5.

Which Providers are Available at my Home in French River?

The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available. Click the drop-down menu to choose
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French River, MN map of internet availability

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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in French River?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by HughesNet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Mediacom 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 French River

Max Advertised Speed in French River, MN


ISP / Tech TypeMax Advertised Speed
Mediacom2,000 Mbps
Zito Media1,000 Mbps
Viasat100 Mbps
Centurylink60 Mbps
HughesNet25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in French River


HughesNet5.002.25
Mediacom4.333.58
T-Mobile Home Internet4.253.96
Centurylink3.903.30
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  • State Rating
  • National Rating

ISP / Tech TypeFrench River SpeedMinnesota SpeedNational SpeedFor Service
HughesNet (0) (1) (18)View Plans
Mediacom (0) (3) (84)View Plans
T-Mobile Home Internet (0) (4) (284)View Plans
Centurylink (0) (10) (163)View Plans
Zito (0) (0) (16)View Plans
Viasat (0) (0) (11)View Plans

Based on data reported by French River ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Mediacom. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in French River. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

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

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in French River?

Minnesota customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 4.75 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. HughesNet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s French River customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.

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

Rated Affordability in French River


T-Mobile Home Internet4.754.11
HughesNet4.002.56
Centurylink3.303.50
Mediacom2.672.42
  • City Rating
  • State Rating
  • National Rating

ISP / Tech TypeFrench River AffordabilityMinnesota AffordabilityNational AffordabilityFor Service
T-Mobile Home Internet (0) (4) (284)View Plans
HughesNet (0) (1) (18)View Plans
Centurylink (0) (10) (163)View Plans
Mediacom (0) (3) (84)View Plans
Zito (0) (0) (16)View Plans
Viasat (0) (0) (11)View Plans

French River 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 French River below, including the metrics used and how French River compares to the rest of Minnesota and nation.

French River ISP Report Card: B
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French River Minnesota USA
100.00% 62.00% 67.25%
2,000 Mbps 3,031 Mbps 3,293 Mbps
4.0 6.3 6.8

 

French River Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
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French River Minnesota USA
2.6 2.5 2.7
9% 16% 14%
96% 96% 95%
91% 91% 90%
65% 77% 75%
65% 77% 76%

Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.

French River ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in French River is B, which is comparable to other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in French River is high with a score of 57 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in French River have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The French River 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.

91% of French River households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 65% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 14% have satellite, 0% 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 65% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 65% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of French River 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 French River?

Palmers, MN

  • ISP Report Card: C+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
Knife River, MN

  • ISP Report Card: C+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
Larsmont, MN

  • ISP Report Card: B-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 69 / 100
Duluth, MN

  • ISP Report Card: C
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
Two Harbors, MN

  • ISP Report Card: C
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100
Waldo, MN

  • ISP Report Card: C+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 45 / 100
Hermantown, MN

  • ISP Report Card: C+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
Superior, WI

  • ISP Report Card: C-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 50 / 100
Four Corners, MN

  • ISP Report Card: B-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 62 / 100

How Much Speed does a French River Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in French River is 2.6, which is larger than the Minnesota average of 2.5 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. French River's average household income is $109,222 which is much higher than the Minnesota average of $97,862 and much 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.

French River also has 12% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Minnesota average of 16%. Additionally, 9% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 16% of residents in Minnesota who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of French River has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, French River households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 89% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 95% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in French River?

Mediacom Fiber in French River, MN

Mediacom logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.7 of 5 stars

(7)

Avg. Download Speed

2,000 Mbps

Mediacom offers Fiber service to 100.0% of French River homes. Across the city, Mediacom Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, with speeds from 2,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1,000 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 1,000 Mbps throughout the city. Mediacom Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in French River from Mediacom in terms of customer satisfaction.

Zito Fiber in French River, MN

Zito logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.3 of 5 stars

(4)

Avg. Download Speed

1,000 Mbps

Zito Media offers Fiber service to 100.0% of French River homes. Across the city, Zito 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 Zito Fiber. Zito Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in French River from Zito in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in French River?

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

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in French River?

Centurylink DSL in French River, MN

Centurylink logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.0 of 5 stars

(101)

Avg. Download Speed

60 Mbps

Centurylink offers DSL service to 100.0% of French River homes. Across the city, Centurylink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 60 Mbps, with speeds from 60 Mpbs up to 60 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 5.0, with an average of 5.0 Mbps throughout the city. Centurylink DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in French River from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in French River?

T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in French River, MN

T-Mobile Home Internet logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

 of 5 stars

(0)

Avg. Download Speed

25 Mbps

T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of French River homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet 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. T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in French River from T-Mobile Home Internet in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which ISP Should You Choose in French River?

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 French River is T-Mobile Home Internet.
  • The fastest internet provider should be Mediacom. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, HughesNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
  • The most affordable internet provider in French River is T-Mobile Home Internet.
  • T-Mobile Home Internet, Centurylink, HughesNet, Mediacom, Viasat, and Zito Media has the broadest coverage in French River, 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 French River compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how French River 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 French River's B ISP Report Card and 57 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.

Atomic City, ID

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 38 / 100
Bliss, KY

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 37 / 100
Old Volney, KY

  • ISP Report Card: B-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 33 / 100
Oreana, ID

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
Orange Blossom, FL

  • ISP Report Card: B+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
Oostanaula, GA

  • ISP Report Card: B+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
Oneida, AR

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 9 / 100
Olex, OR

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
Oldtown, OH

  • ISP Report Card: B+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 66 / 100

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