Internet providers in Faribault, MN
Faribault is a city in Minnesota with about 24,458 residents and roughly 9,687 residential locations that internet providers can report on. The table below compares the providers that report service here.
Compare internet providers in Faribault, MN
Share of residential locations in Faribault where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spectrum | Fiber, Cable | 94% | |
| 2 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 93% | |
| 3 | Midco | Fiber, Cable, Fixed wireless | 89% | |
| 4 | LTD Broadband | Fixed wireless | 87% | |
| 5 | Metronet | Fiber | 81% | |
| 6 | Fidium Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 76% | |
| 7 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 49% | Check availability |
| 8 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 46% | |
| 9 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 28% | Check availability |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What to know about internet in Faribault
Spectrum reports service to the most residential locations in Faribault, about 94%. 6 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Spectrum, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, Midco, LTD Broadband, Metronet, and Fidium Fiber), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Metronet (81%). LTD Broadband and T-Mobile Home Internet offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
What technologies are available in Faribault?
Fiber is widely available: about 81% of locations in Faribault can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 99% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 76% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 99% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Faribault that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Faribault at a glance
About 91% of households in Faribault have a broadband subscription, in line with the Minnesota average of 91%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023).
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Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Faribault?
Yes, in part. About 81% of residential locations in Faribault can get fiber, 94% can get cable, and about 99% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Faribault?
Spectrum reports service to about 94% of residential locations in Faribault, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Faribault?
9 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Faribault, and 6 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Faribault?
Fiber providers reporting service in Faribault include Metronet (81% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Faribault?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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