Best Internet Providers in Kanabec County, MN
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Kanabec County, MN
Kanabec County has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Kanabec County.
Ranks compare Kanabec County with the 87 Minnesota counties.
The Best Internet in Kanabec County, MN at a Glance
Kanabec County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
CenturyLink
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ECE Fiber
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Midco
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EarthLink
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Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 Kanabec County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Kanabec County, MN?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Kanabec County 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 Kanabec County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 88.17% of the county.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Kanabec County?
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 Kanabec County
- ECE Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Midco - fiber coverage map
- Midco - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- GigFire - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Benton Communications - fiber coverage map
- Frontier - dsl coverage map
How Kanabec County Compares to the Rest of Minnesota
Kanabec County's report card score is tied 35th of 87 and its connectivity index is tied 84th of 87.
| Measure | Kanabec County | Rank among Minnesota counties | Minnesota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 73.9% | 44th of 87 | 68.5% | 71.5% | Lac qui Parle County and Red Lake County (99.8%) |
| Average top speed | 2,009 Mbps | 39th of 87 | 2,819 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Red Lake County (6,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.1 | Tied 41st of 87 | 6.7 | 7.1 | Olmsted County (9.7) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 18th of 87 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Scott County and Sherburne County (2.9) |
| Workers who work from home | 9% | Tied 60th of 87 | 18% | 15% | Hennepin County (25%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 91% | Tied 76th of 87 | 96% | 96% | Carver County and Cook County and 2 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 85% | Tied 77th of 87 | 92% | 91% | Scott County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 53% | 85th of 87 | 77% | 76% | Dakota County and Washington County (84%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 70% | 81st of 87 | 83% | 81% | Carver County (91%) |
| Median household income | $74,226 | 55th of 87 | $99,636 | $93,246 | Carver County ($138,183) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 11% | Tied 77th of 87 | 16% | 16% | Blue Earth County (25%) |
Fiber reaches 73.9% of homes in Kanabec County, against 68.5% across Minnesota. Households in Kanabec County are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 9% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $74,226 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Kanabec County Compares to Its Neighbors
Kanabec County has 5 neighbors. Among them, Aitkin County has the most homes with fiber (77.7%) and Mille Lacs County the fewest (59.6%); Kanabec County has 73.9%.
Map of Kanabec County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Kanabec County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanabec County (this page) | 16,032 | 73.9% | 2,009 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 33/100 |
| Chisago County | 56,621 | 61.8% | 2,899 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 70/100 |
| Isanti County | 41,135 | 72.9% | 2,357 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 64/100 |
| Pine County | 28,876 | 69.6% | 1,464 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Mille Lacs County | 26,459 | 59.6% | 1,365 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 50/100 |
| Aitkin County | 15,697 | 77.7% | 909 Mbps | 4.8 | C | 37/100 |
Internet in Kanabec County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 61.1% of homes in Mora to 96.9% in Ogilvie; by ZIP code, from 65.8% in 55051 (Mora) to 100.0% in 55006 (Braham). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Kanabec County
ZIP codes in Kanabec County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55051 (Mora) | 9,786 | 65.8% | 2,176 Mbps | 6.8 | B- | 32/100 |
| 55006 (Braham) | 3,845 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 42/100 |
| 56358 (Ogilvie) | 3,208 | 96.5% | 2,027 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 38/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Kanabec County?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the county comes from Midco.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Kanabec County
| Midco | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| ECE Fiber | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Benton Communications | 250 |
| GigFire | 150 |
| CenturyLink | 140 |
| Frontier Communications | 115 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Kanabec County Internet Providers
Based on 34 reviews from Minnesota internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Kanabec County residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Minnesota, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 76.9% coverage in Kanabec County.
At a national level, based on 2622 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 Kanabec County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Kanabec County, Minnesota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Kanabec County Overall | Minnesota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (4) |  (342) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (7) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) |  (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (12) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (1) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Benton Communications | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| ECE Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Kanabec County
Based on data reported by Kanabec County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Midco. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Kanabec County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,249 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 Midco. This indicates Midco reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Kanabec County Speed | Minnesota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midco | (0) | (7) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (12) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (1) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Benton Communications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| ECE Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Kanabec County?
Of the providers in Kanabec County, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Kanabec County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Minnesota or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.75 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Kanabec County, Minnesota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Kanabec County
| ISP / Tech Type | Kanabec County Affordability | Minnesota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (1) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (12) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Benton Communications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (7) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| ECE Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Kanabec County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Kanabec County?
ECE Fiber in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
71.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
ECE Fiber offers Fiber service to 71.4% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, ECE Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Midco Fiber in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
11.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
4,382 Mbps
Midco offers Fiber service to 11.9% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, Midco Fiber has speeds up to 4,382 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Midco Fiber. Midco Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Kanabec County from Midco in terms of customer satisfaction.
Benton Communications Fiber in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
250 Mbps
Benton Communications offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, Benton Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 250 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Kanabec County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
88.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.2% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 39 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 6.2 Mbps throughout the county.
GigFire Fixed Wireless in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
87.7%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
149 Mbps
GigFire offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.7% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, GigFire Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 149 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 150 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 130, with an average of 127 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.9% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 32 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 4.5 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.9% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 32 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 4.5 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
75.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
197 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.6% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 197 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 15 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Kanabec County?
Midco Cable in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
26.5%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
1,250 Mbps
Midco offers Cable service to 26.5% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, Midco Cable has speeds up to 1,250 Mbps, with speeds from 250 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 350, with an average of 66 Mbps throughout the county. Midco Cable is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Kanabec County from Midco in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Kanabec County?
CenturyLink DSL in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
93.7%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 93.7% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, CenturyLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 41 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 40, with an average of 4.4 Mbps throughout the county.
Frontier DSL in Kanabec County, MN
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 2.3% of Kanabec County homes. Across the county, Frontier DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 72 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 4.5 Mbps throughout the county.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Minnesota
Customer Reviews
A St. Paul, MN Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
June 06, 2026 A Minneapolis, MN Customer
CenturyLink Fiber
May 16, 2026 A Newfolden, MN Customer
Wiktel Fiber
May 09, 2026 A Burnsville, MN Customer
XFINITY Cable
April 15, 2026 I am currently on a promotional rate at $58/month. In a few months, I expect Xfinity to raise my rate significantly, in which case I will be extremely unsatisfied. Currently I am very happy with my rate and I get quality internet in return. I have had very few outages and have not even needed to reach out to customer support in the 20 months that I have been a customer.
Scott G
XFINITY Cable
April 13, 2026 I've had some frustration with Comcast in terms of their pricing. I've been a customer for about five years and they regularly raise their rates. As far as I can tell, these rate changes happen arbitrarily and without notice. Though the service has been good and consistent, I feel like they're just incrementally up-charging their customers. They likely feel they can get away with it since there are not many other competing internet providers in the area, and the one who do exist don't have the same infrastructure as Comcast does.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Kanabec County?
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 Kanabec County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Midco. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Midco may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Kanabec County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and CenturyLink has the broadest coverage in Kanabec County, available to 93.7% 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.