Best Internet Providers in Mellette County, SD
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Mellette County, SD
Mellette County has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Mellette County.
Ranks compare Mellette County with the 66 South Dakota counties.
The Best Internet in Mellette County, SD at a Glance
Mellette County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Golden West Telecommunications
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Fiber
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T-Mobile Home Internet
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EarthLink
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Verizon
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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 Mellette County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Mellette County, SD?
Golden West Telecommunications is the highest-rated internet provider in Mellette County 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 Mellette 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 Mellette County
How Mellette County Compares to the Rest of South Dakota
Mellette County's report card score is 64th of 66 and its connectivity index is tied 32nd of 66.
| Measure | Mellette County | Rank among South Dakota counties | South Dakota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 67.3% | 58th of 66 | 79.0% | 71.5% | Campbell County and Douglas County and 1 more (99.8%) |
| Average top speed | 773 Mbps | 59th of 66 | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Clay County (4,291 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.1 | Tied 46th of 66 | 5.8 | 7.1 | Lincoln County (8.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.9 | Tied 12th of 66 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Oglala Lakota County (4.5) |
| Workers who work from home | 16% | Tied 9th of 66 | 10% | 15% | Perkins County (33%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 81% | Tied 63rd of 66 | 94% | 96% | Stanley County (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 75% | Tied 61st of 66 | 90% | 91% | Lincoln County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 61% | 62nd of 66 | 76% | 76% | Lincoln County (86%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 59% | Tied 62nd of 66 | 78% | 81% | Lincoln County (88%) |
| Median household income | $45,742 | 64th of 66 | $80,420 | $93,246 | Lincoln County ($106,288) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 13% | Tied 36th of 66 | 15% | 16% | Clay County (43%) |
Fiber reaches 67.3% of homes in Mellette County, against 79.0% across South Dakota. Households in Mellette County are larger than the US average (2.9 people against 2.7); 16% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $45,742 (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 Mellette County Compares to Its Neighbors
Mellette County has 6 neighbors. Among them, Jones County has the most homes with fiber (99.8%) and Todd County the fewest (30.9%); Mellette County has 67.3%.
Map of Mellette County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Mellette County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mellette County (this page) | 1,918 | 67.3% | 773 Mbps | 2.1 | D+ | 50/100 |
| Todd County | 9,319 | 30.9% | 358 Mbps | 1.8 | D- | 43/100 |
| Tripp County | 5,624 | 96.7% | 980 Mbps | 3.6 | C | 49/100 |
| Lyman County | 3,718 | 99.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.4 | C | 43/100 |
| Bennett County | 3,381 | 83.4% | 846 Mbps | 1.7 | D+ | 37/100 |
| Jackson County | 2,806 | 70.8% | 746 Mbps | 2.1 | D+ | 46/100 |
| Jones County | 917 | 99.8% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C | 66/100 |
Internet in Mellette County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Mellette County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White River | 1,019 | 91.7% | 935 Mbps | 2.3 | C- | 46/100 |
| Norris | 386 | 25.6% | 374 Mbps | 1.9 | D- | 45/100 |
| Wood | 289 | 67.5% | 873 Mbps | 1.9 | D+ | 51/100 |
| Belvidere | 178 | 66.8% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.2 | C- | 53/100 |
| Westover | 135 | 45.2% | 476 Mbps | 1.2 | D | 55/100 |
ZIP codes in Mellette County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57579 (White River) | 1,197 | 84.0% | 867 Mbps | 2.1 | D+ | 47/100 |
| 57560 (Norris) | 379 | 30.9% | 434 Mbps | 2.2 | D | 45/100 |
| 57585 (Wood) | 249 | 61.5% | 818 Mbps | 1.9 | D | 51/100 |
| 57521 (Belvidere) | 214 | 61.7% | 950 Mbps | 2.4 | D+ | 54/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Mellette County?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the county comes from Golden West Telecommunications.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Mellette County
| Golden West Telecommunications | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Mellette County Internet Providers
Based on 7 reviews from South Dakota internet customers, Golden West Telecommunications is the best internet service provider for Mellette County 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 Mellette County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Mellette County, South Dakota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Mellette County Overall | South Dakota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) |  (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Mellette County
Based on data reported by Mellette County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Golden West Telecommunications. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Mellette County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 756 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 | Mellette County Speed | South Dakota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) |  (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) |  (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Mellette County?
Of the providers in Mellette County, customers rate Golden West Telecommunications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Mellette County 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 Mellette County, South Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Mellette County
| ISP / Tech Type | Mellette County Affordability | South Dakota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Mellette County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Mellette County?
Golden West Telecommunications Fiber in Mellette County, SD
Availability:
67.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Golden West Telecommunications offers Fiber service to 67.3% of Mellette County homes. Across the county, Golden West Telecommunications Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Mellette County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Mellette County, SD
Availability:
43.7%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
31 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 43.7% of Mellette 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 31 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 4.3 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Mellette County, SD
Availability:
16.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
212 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 16.2% of Mellette County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 212 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.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Mellette County, SD
Availability:
11.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 11.2% of Mellette 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 Mellette County, SD
Availability:
11.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 11.2% of Mellette 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 Mellette County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Mellette County, SD.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Mellette County?
Golden West Telecommunications DSL in Mellette County, SD
Availability:
42.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
21 Mbps
Golden West Telecommunications offers DSL service to 42.0% of Mellette County homes. Across the county, Golden West Telecommunications DSL has speeds up to 21 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 2.4 Mbps throughout the county. Golden West Telecommunications DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Mellette County from Golden West Telecommunications in terms of customer satisfaction.
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 Mellette 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 Mellette County 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 Mellette County is Golden West Telecommunications.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Golden West Telecommunications has the broadest coverage in Mellette County, available to 89.6% 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.