Best Internet Providers in Ransom County, ND
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Ransom County, ND
Ransom County has 9 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 Ransom County.
Ranks compare Ransom County with the 53 North Dakota counties.
The Best Internet in Ransom County, ND at a Glance
Ransom County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
DRN
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
MLGC
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
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 Ransom County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Ransom County, ND?
Dickey Rural Networks is the highest-rated internet provider in Ransom County based on 15 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 Ransom 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 Ransom County
- MLGC - fiber coverage map
- DRN - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- BEK Lightband - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Red River Communications - fiber coverage map
- Midco - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How Ransom County Compares to the Rest of North Dakota
Ransom County's report card score is tied 27th of 53 and its connectivity index is tied 31st of 53.
| Measure | Ransom County | Rank among North Dakota counties | North Dakota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 96.3% | 37th of 53 | 71.1% | 71.5% | Williams County (99.6%) |
| Average top speed | 2,135 Mbps | 20th of 53 | 2,638 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Benson County (10,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.3 | Tied 40th of 53 | 5.2 | 7.1 | Cass County (7.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.3 | Tied 16th of 53 | 2.4 | 2.7 | Sioux County (3.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 10% | Tied 15th of 53 | 9% | 15% | Kidder County (22%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 89% | Tied 43rd of 53 | 95% | 96% | Renville County (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 85% | Tied 35th of 53 | 89% | 91% | Renville County (94%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 74% | 31st 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 | $78,671 | 24th of 53 | $84,715 | $93,246 | McKenzie County ($109,295) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | Tied 30th of 53 | 17% | 16% | Grand Forks County (24%) |
Fiber reaches 96.3% of homes in Ransom County, against 71.1% across North Dakota. Households in Ransom County are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $78,671 (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 Ransom County Compares to Its Neighbors
Ransom County has 6 neighbors. Among them, LaMoure County has the most homes with fiber (99.1%) and Cass County the fewest (47.5%); Ransom County has 96.3%.
Map of Ransom County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Ransom County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ransom County (this page) | 5,703 | 96.3% | 2,135 Mbps | 2.3 | C+ | 47/100 |
| Cass County | 184,525 | 47.5% | 2,319 Mbps | 7.2 | B- | 61/100 |
| Richland County | 16,529 | 94.1% | 1,708 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 55/100 |
| Barnes County | 10,853 | 95.4% | 4,681 Mbps | 4.5 | B | 36/100 |
| Dickey County | 4,999 | 99.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.4 | C | 55/100 |
| LaMoure County | 4,093 | 99.1% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.2 | C | 57/100 |
| Sargent County | 3,862 | 98.2% | 1,003 Mbps | 1.7 | C | 49/100 |
Internet in Ransom County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Ransom County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | 2,865 | 99.4% | 1,039 Mbps | 2.8 | C+ | 38/100 |
| Enderlin | 1,230 | 99.9% | 5,000 Mbps | 1.6 | B- | 51/100 |
| DeLamere | 432 | 99.1% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.7 | C | 59/100 |
| Fort Ransom | 403 | 98.8% | 1,201 Mbps | 2.4 | C+ | 62/100 |
| Sheldon | 379 | 98.9% | 4,637 Mbps | 1.3 | B- | 55/100 |
| Elliott | 255 | 98.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 2 | C | 67/100 |
| Mcleod | 163 | 93.9% | 1,131 Mbps | 1.9 | C | 60/100 |
ZIP codes in Ransom County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58054 (Lisbon) | 3,220 | 98.9% | 1,043 Mbps | 2.7 | C+ | 41/100 |
| 58027 (Enderlin) | 1,409 | 99.7% | 4,966 Mbps | 1.6 | B- | 52/100 |
| 58033 (Fort Ransom) | 377 | 98.7% | 1,333 Mbps | 2.4 | C+ | 63/100 |
| 58068 (Sheldon) | 324 | 99.4% | 4,888 Mbps | 1.4 | B- | 55/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Ransom County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Dickey Rural Networks. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, MLGC 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 Ransom County
| MLGC | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| BEK Lightband | 5,000 |
| Dickey Rural Networks | 1,000 |
| Red River Communications | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Midco | 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 Ransom County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Ransom County Internet Providers
Based on 15 reviews from North Dakota internet customers, Dickey Rural Networks is the best internet service provider for Ransom County residents. Dickey Rural Networks was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 2264 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 Ransom County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Ransom County, North Dakota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Ransom County Overall | North Dakota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRN | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| BEK Lightband | (0) |  (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (11) | (36) | 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 | ||
| Red River Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MLGC | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Ransom County
Based on data reported by Ransom County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through MLGC. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Ransom 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.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Dickey Rural Networks. This indicates DRN reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Ransom County Speed | North Dakota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midco | (0) | (11) | (36) | View Plans | ||
| BEK Lightband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| DRN | (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 | ||
| Red River Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MLGC | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Ransom County?
Of the providers in Ransom County, customers rate Dickey Rural Networks the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Ransom 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.
Dickey Rural Networks 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 Ransom County, North Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Ransom County
| ISP / Tech Type | Ransom County Affordability | North Dakota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEK Lightband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| DRN | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Midco | (0) | (11) | (36) | 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 | ||
| Red River Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MLGC | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Ransom County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Ransom County?
DRN Fiber in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
68.1%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Dickey Rural Networks offers Fiber service to 68.1% of Ransom County homes. Across the county, DRN Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
MLGC Fiber in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
26.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
MLGC offers Fiber service to 26.0% of Ransom County homes. Across the county, MLGC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
BEK Lightband Fiber in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
BEK Lightband offers Fiber service to 1.3% of Ransom 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
Red River Communications Fiber in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Red River Communications offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Ransom County homes. Across the county, Red River 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 Ransom County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
57.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
83 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 57.5% of Ransom 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 83 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 16 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
56.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
279 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 56.5% of Ransom County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 279 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 19 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.3% of Ransom 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 Ransom County, ND
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.3% of Ransom 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
Midco Fixed Wireless in Ransom County, ND
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Midco offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.3% of Ransom County homes. Across the county, 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 Ransom County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Ransom County, ND.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Ransom County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Ransom 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 Ransom 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 Ransom County is DRN.
- The fastest internet provider should be MLGC. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Dickey Rural Networks may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Ransom County is DRN.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Dickey Rural Networks has the broadest coverage in Ransom County, available to 68.1% 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.