Best Internet Providers in Kidder County, ND
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Kidder County, ND
Kidder County has 6 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Kidder County.
Ranks compare Kidder County with the 53 North Dakota counties.
The Best Internet in Kidder County, ND at a Glance
Kidder County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
BEK Lightband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Dakota Central
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Kidder County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Kidder County, ND?
BEK Lightband is the highest-rated internet provider in Kidder County based on 2 North 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 Kidder 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.
How Kidder County Compares to the Rest of North Dakota
Kidder County's report card score is tied 19th of 53 and its connectivity index is tied 48th of 53.
| Measure | Kidder County | Rank among North Dakota counties | North Dakota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 96.0% | Tied 38th of 53 | 71.1% | 71.5% | Williams County (99.6%) |
| Average top speed | 4,936 Mbps | 8th of 53 | 2,638 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Benson County (10,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.1 | Tied 45th of 53 | 5.2 | 7.1 | Cass County (7.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.0 | Tied 48th of 53 | 2.4 | 2.7 | Sioux County (3.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 22% | 1st of 53 | 9% | 15% | Leads; next is Dunn County (18%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 87% | Tied 47th of 53 | 95% | 96% | Renville County (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 75% | 53rd of 53 | 89% | 91% | Renville County (94%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 64% | Tied 50th of 53 | 77% | 76% | Foster County and Rolette County (85%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 75% | Tied 26th of 53 | 81% | 81% | Cass County (86%) |
| Median household income | $65,095 | 44th of 53 | $84,715 | $93,246 | McKenzie County ($109,295) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 17th of 53 | 17% | 16% | Grand Forks County (24%) |
Fiber reaches 96.0% of homes in Kidder County, against 71.1% across North Dakota. Households in Kidder County are smaller than the US average (2.0 people against 2.7); 22% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $65,095 (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 Kidder County Compares to Its Neighbors
Kidder County has 6 neighbors. Among them, Wells County has the most homes with fiber (98.3%) and Burleigh County the fewest (35.4%); Kidder County has 96.0%.
Map of Kidder County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Kidder County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidder County (this page) | 2,394 | 96.0% | 4,936 Mbps | 2.1 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Burleigh County | 98,458 | 35.4% | 2,762 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 61/100 |
| Stutsman County | 21,593 | 96.9% | 4,009 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 49/100 |
| Wells County | 3,982 | 98.3% | 8,077 Mbps | 3 | B | 39/100 |
| Emmons County | 3,301 | 97.5% | 5,000 Mbps | 2.5 | B- | 36/100 |
| Logan County | 1,876 | 97.2% | 3,752 Mbps | 1.9 | C+ | 48/100 |
| Sheridan County | 1,265 | 97.0% | 2,056 Mbps | 2 | C+ | 42/100 |
Internet in Kidder County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Kidder County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steele | 877 | 98.2% | 5,000 Mbps | 2.9 | B- | 37/100 |
| Tappen | 422 | 95.7% | 4,950 Mbps | 1.8 | C+ | 27/100 |
| Dawson | 349 | 94.8% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.7 | C+ | 29/100 |
| Pettibone | 195 | 97.4% | 4,811 Mbps | 1 | C+ | 43/100 |
| Tuttle | 185 | 96.2% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C+ | 41/100 |
| Robinson | 125 | 93.6% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.9 | C+ | 42/100 |
| Crystal Springs | 96 | 89.6% | 3,884 Mbps | 1.9 | C+ | 43/100 |
ZIP codes in Kidder County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58482 (Steele) | 973 | 98.8% | 5,000 Mbps | 2.7 | B- | 36/100 |
| 58487 (Tappen) | 502 | 95.2% | 4,967 Mbps | 1.8 | C+ | 29/100 |
| 58428 (Dawson) | 319 | 92.5% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.7 | C+ | 31/100 |
| 58488 (Tuttle) | 219 | 95.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C+ | 42/100 |
| 58475 (Pettibone) | 133 | 97.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 1 | C+ | 41/100 |
| 58478 (Robinson) | 130 | 98.5% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.7 | B- | 40/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Kidder County?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the county comes from BEK Lightband.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Kidder County
| BEK Lightband | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| Dakota Central | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Kidder County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Kidder County Internet Providers
Based on 2 reviews from North Dakota internet customers, BEK Lightband is the best internet service provider for Kidder County residents. BEK Lightband was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 2226 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 Kidder County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Kidder County, North Dakota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Kidder County Overall | North Dakota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEK Lightband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Dakota Central | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Kidder County
Based on data reported by Kidder County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through BEK Lightband. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Kidder County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,000 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 BEK Lightband. This indicates BEK Lightband reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Kidder County Speed | North Dakota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEK Lightband | (0) |  (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) |  (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Dakota Central | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Kidder County?
Of the providers in Kidder County, customers rate BEK Lightband the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Kidder County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across North Dakota or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
BEK Lightband is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country.
The table below shows how customers in Kidder County, North Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Kidder County
| ISP / Tech Type | Kidder County Affordability | North Dakota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEK Lightband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Dakota Central | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Kidder County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Kidder County?
BEK Lightband Fiber in Kidder County, ND
Availability:
94.4%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
BEK Lightband offers Fiber service to 94.4% of Kidder County homes. Across the county, BEK Lightband Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Dakota Central Fiber in Kidder County, ND
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Dakota Central offers Fiber service to 2.2% of Kidder County homes. Across the county, Dakota Central 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 Kidder County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Kidder County, ND
Availability:
56.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 56.5% of Kidder 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 38 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 6.0 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Kidder County, ND
Availability:
38.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
261 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 38.3% of Kidder County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 261 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 18 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Kidder County, ND
Availability:
4.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.5% of Kidder County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Kidder County, ND
Availability:
4.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.5% of Kidder County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Kidder County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Kidder County, ND.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Kidder County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Kidder County, ND.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in North Dakota
Customer Reviews
A Grand Forks, ND Customer
Midco Cable
May 18, 2026 A West Fargo, ND Customer
Midco Fiber
April 09, 2026 A Valley City, ND Customer
BEK Lightband Fiber
February 12, 2026 There is a building in town and everytime I've had to go to the building, the people have been very nice. On field techs are friendly and helpful. They tell you how it is and don't make you feel bad for asking questions. My only other gripes are how long it takes them to get out to check something, and contant price increases. If you need internet hooked up, you'll have to wait a week or longer for a tech to come out. Prices have gone up consistently for the last 5 years. It's ok happening once or twice, but I don't see why it has to. Despite that, they are leaps and bounds better than Comcast/Xfinity. The speeds are fast and reliable, and I always know that someone at the building will be friendly towards me.
Danielle V
SRT Fiber
November 13, 2025 By far the best ISP I have ever used. I have used both Xfinity and Verizon in the past and both struggled with random outages/maintenance that took my internet offline for 'x' amount of hours. On the other hand at SRT, I have experienced very few outages, perhaps one this year so far (June 2025). The pricing at SRT is also the around the same that I paid at previous ISPs but my speeds are significantly higher/faster.
A Ellendale, ND Customer
DRN Fiber
July 31, 2025 DRN has amazing internet service. It is high speed fiber optic internet. It is reasonablely priced, and worth every cent. Having the service provider be local is a major benefit also. If there were to be any issues, I can call them, and if it can not be resolved over the phone, then they send a person to repair it that same day. Very rarely, issues won't be resolved until the next day. If anyone would ask, I would highly recommend using this provider.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Kidder 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 Kidder County is BEK Lightband.
- The fastest internet provider should be BEK Lightband. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, BEK Lightband may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Kidder County is BEK Lightband.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and BEK Lightband has the broadest coverage in Kidder County, available to 94.4% 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.