Best Internet Providers in Stephan, SD
All 3 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Stephan, SD
Stephan has 3 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Stephan.
Ranks compare Stephan with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Stephan, SD at a Glance
Stephan Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Venture Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Stephan ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Stephan, SD?
Venture Communications is the best internet provider in Stephan based on South Dakota customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Venture Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Stephan, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Venture Communications is an option for 100.00% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Stephan?
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 Stephan
How Stephan Compares to Places Its Size
Stephan's report card score is in the top 47% and its connectivity index is in the top 21%.
| Measure | Stephan | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Hyde County | South Dakota | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 100.0% | top 1% | 99.2% | 79.0% | 71.5% | Tied with 6,945 other places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,000 Mbps | top 38% | 1,000 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 1.1 | bottom 4% | 2.3 | 5.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.4 | bottom 49% | 2.3 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 34% | top 2% | 21% | 10% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 93% | top 47% | 94% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 85% | bottom 46% | 89% | 90% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 76% | top 14% | 83% | 76% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | top 19% | 84% | 78% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $73,088 | top 44% | $73,346 | $80,420 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | top 44% | 10% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 100.0% of homes in Stephan, against 99.2% across Hyde County and 79.0% across South Dakota. Households in Stephan are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 34% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $73,088 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Stephan
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Stephan?
Venture Communications Fiber in Stephan, SD
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Venture Communications offers Fiber service to 100.0% of Stephan homes. Across the city, Venture 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 Stephan?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Stephan, SD
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.6% of Stephan homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Stephan, SD
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.6% of Stephan homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet 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 Stephan?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Stephan, SD.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Stephan?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Stephan, SD.
Internet in Stephan by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Stephan has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Stephan
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Stephan
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57346 | 78 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1 | C | 58/100 |
How Stephan Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Stephan that have their own pages are all within 21 miles. Among them, Fort Thompson has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Lower Brule the fewest (99.8%); Stephan has 100.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephan (this page) | 116 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.1 | C | 57/100 |
| Lower Brule | 1,614 | 99.8% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.5 | C | 24/100 |
| Fort Thompson | 1,484 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.1 | C | 32/100 |
| DeGrey | 255 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.8 | C | 41/100 |
| Miller Dale Colony | 156 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2 | C | 47/100 |
| Holabird | 130 | 98.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.4 | C | 53/100 |
| Ree Heights | 115 | 95.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.9 | C- | 53/100 |
| Bramhall | 98 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.3 | C | 66/100 |
| Gann Valley | 57 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1 | C | 31/100 |
| Van Order | 56 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.8 | C | 57/100 |
| Peno | 52 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.5 | C+ | 46/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Stephan?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Venture Communications.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Stephan
| Venture Communications | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Stephan. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Stephan Internet Providers
Based on 3 reviews from South Dakota internet customers, Venture Communications is the best internet service provider for Stephan residents. Venture Communications was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 1159 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Venture Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Stephan Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Stephan, South Dakota, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Stephan Overall | South Dakota Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venture Communications |  (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Stephan
Based on data reported by Stephan ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Venture Communications. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Stephan. 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.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Venture Communications. This indicates Venture Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Stephan Speed | South Dakota Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venture Communications | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Stephan?
Of the providers in Stephan, customers rate Venture Communications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Stephan 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.
Venture Communications 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 Stephan, South Dakota, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Stephan
| ISP / Tech Type | Stephan Affordability | South Dakota Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venture Communications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) |  (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
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 Stephan?
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 Stephan is Venture Communications.
- The fastest internet provider should be Venture Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Venture Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Stephan is Venture Communications.
- Viasat, Venture Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Stephan, available to 100.0% 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.