Best Internet Providers in Hillside, SD
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Hillside, SD
Hillside has 8 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 Hillside.
Ranks compare Hillside with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Hillside, SD at a Glance
Hillside Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Santel Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Golden West Telecommunications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Midstate Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Hillside ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Hillside, SD?
Golden West Telecommunications is the highest-rated internet provider in Hillside based on 17 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 Hillside?
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.
Coverage map for each provider in Hillside
How Hillside Compares to Places Its Size
Hillside's report card score is in the top 45% and its connectivity index is in the top 20%.
| Measure | Hillside | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Douglas County | South Dakota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 100.0% | top 1% | 99.8% | 79.0% | 71.5% | Tied with 6,945 other places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,000 Mbps | top 38% | 1,000 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 1.6 | bottom 9% | 2.3 | 5.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | top 29% | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 11% | top 35% | 7% | 10% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 92% | bottom 46% | 88% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 89% | top 34% | 87% | 90% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 75% | top 16% | 65% | 76% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 72% | top 50% | 73% | 78% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $94,421 | top 16% | $87,972 | $80,420 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | top 16% | 10% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 100.0% of homes in Hillside, against 99.8% across Douglas County and 79.0% across South Dakota. Households in Hillside are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 11% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $94,421 (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 Hillside
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Hillside?
Santel Communications Fiber in Hillside, SD
Availability:
74.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Santel Communications offers Fiber service to 74.2% of Hillside homes. Across the city, Santel Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Golden West Telecommunications Fiber in Hillside, SD
Availability:
27.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Golden West Telecommunications offers Fiber service to 27.5% of Hillside 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
Midstate Communications Fiber in Hillside, SD
Availability:
7.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Midstate Communications (South Dakota) offers Fiber service to 7.9% of Hillside homes. Across the city, Midstate Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Hillside?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Hillside, SD
Availability:
38.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 38.1% of Hillside 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
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Hillside, SD
Availability:
5.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
240 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.7% of Hillside homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 240 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 17 Mbps throughout the city.
Midco Fixed Wireless in Hillside, SD
Availability:
3.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Midco offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.4% of Hillside homes. Across the city, Midco Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Hillside?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Hillside, SD.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Hillside?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Hillside, SD.
Internet in Hillside by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Hillside
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Hillside
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Hillside Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Hillside that have their own pages are all within 18 miles. Among them, Armour has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Parkston the fewest (96.6%); Hillside has 100.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside (this page) | 407 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C | 58/100 |
| Mitchell | 17,422 | 98.5% | 1,966 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 42/100 |
| Parkston | 2,025 | 96.6% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.7 | C | 45/100 |
| Armour | 1,006 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.8 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Ethan | 861 | 100.0% | 1,051 Mbps | 2.3 | C+ | 73/100 |
| Corsica | 820 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.9 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Mount Vernon | 799 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.8 | C+ | 62/100 |
| Stickney | 768 | 99.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.9 | C | 32/100 |
| Delmont | 582 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.3 | C | 56/100 |
| Dimock | 482 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.7 | C+ | 54/100 |
| Harrison | 198 | 99.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.2 | C | 28/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Hillside?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Golden West Telecommunications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Golden West Telecommunications and Santel Communications 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 Hillside
| Santel Communications | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Golden West Telecommunications | 1,000 |
| Midstate Communications (South Dakota) | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Midco | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
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Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Hillside. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Hillside Internet Providers
Based on 17 reviews from South Dakota internet customers, Golden West Telecommunications is the best internet service provider for Hillside 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 1195 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 Hillside Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Hillside, South Dakota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillside Overall | South Dakota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (14) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| Golden West Telecommunications | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Midstate Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Santel Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Hillside
Based on data reported by Hillside ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Golden West Telecommunications and Santel Communications. These internet providers offer speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Hillside. 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 Type | Hillside Speed | South Dakota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (14) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| Golden West Telecommunications | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Midstate Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Santel Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Hillside?
Of the providers in Hillside, customers rate Golden West Telecommunications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Hillside 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 Hillside, South Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Hillside
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillside Affordability | South Dakota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) |  (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Golden West Telecommunications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (14) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Midstate Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Santel Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | 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 Hillside?
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 Hillside is Golden West Telecommunications.
- The fastest internet provider should be Golden West Telecommunications and Santel Communications. 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 Hillside is Golden West Telecommunications.
- Viasat, Santel Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Hillside, available to 74.2% 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.