1 Best Internet Providers in Provo, SD

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Provo, SD?

HughesNet is the best internet provider in Provo based on South Dakota customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, HughesNet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Provo, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. HughesNet is an option for 100.00% of the city.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Provo, South Dakota, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Provo

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Provo Internet Providers

Based on 2 reviews from South Dakota internet customers, HughesNet is the best internet service provider for Provo residents. HughesNet was rated at an average of 2.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Golden West Telecommunications wins for second-place in South Dakota, with 1.00 out of 5 stars and 100.0% coverage in Provo.

At a national level, based on 30 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Golden West Telecommunications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 1.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Provo?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Provo, the fastest internet in the city comes from Golden West Telecommunications.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Provo

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Golden West Telecommunications	1,000 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Provo

Based on data reported by Provo ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Golden West Telecommunications. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Provo. 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.

However, actual customers in the city 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.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Provo?

South Dakota customers rate HughesNet 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.

HughesNet received a local rating of 2.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Golden West Telecommunications is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Provo customers with an average price rating of 1.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Provo, South Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Provo

Provo 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 Provo below, including the metrics used and how Provo compares to the rest of South Dakota and nation.

Provo ISP Report Card: C

	Metric (hover for details)	Provo	South Dakota	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Provo that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	100.00%	60.99%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	1,000 Mbps	1,953 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Provo.	1.0	5.3	6.8

 

Provo Digital Connectivity Index: 45 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Provo	South Dakota	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.2	2.5	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	16%	10%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	89%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	82%	89%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	69%	75%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	69%	76%	76%

Provo ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Provo is C, which is comparable to other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Provo is high with a score of 45 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Provo have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Provo 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.

82% of Provo households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 69% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 1% 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 69% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 69% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of Provo 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 Provo?

How Much Speed does a Provo Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Provo is 2.2, which is smaller than the South Dakota average of 2.5 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Provo's average household income is $68,485 which is about average for the South Dakota average of $76,929 and about average for the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate fewer devices being used less often.

Provo also has 13% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the South Dakota average of 15%. Additionally, 16% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 10% of residents in South Dakota who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Provo has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Provo households are more technology-disengaged. 89% of households have some sort of computing device, 82% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 85% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Provo?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Provo?

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

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Provo?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Provo, SD.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Provo?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fixed wireless providers available in Provo, SD.

Which ISP Should You Choose in Provo?

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 Provo is HughesNet.
• 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 Provo is HughesNet.
• Viasat, HughesNet, and Golden West Telecommunications has the broadest coverage in Provo, 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 Provo compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Provo 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 Provo's C ISP Report Card and 45 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.