Internet providers in Brookings, South Dakota 57006
ZIP code 57006 is in Brookings, Brookings County, South Dakota. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Brookings 57006: local snapshot
About 89% of the 9,761 households in 57006 have a broadband subscription, in line with the South Dakota average of 89%. That ranks 57006#111 of 333 ZIP codes in South Dakota for broadband adoption.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Brookings, South Dakota
Share of residential locations in Brookings 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 | Mediacom | Fiber, Cable | 98% | |
| 2 | City of Brookings Telephone Fund | Fiber | 97% | |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 64% | |
| 4 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 55% | Check availability |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 53% | Check availability |
| 6 | LTD Broadband | Fixed wireless | 15% | |
| 7 | Midco | Fiber, Cable, Fixed wireless | 14% | |
| 8 | Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative | Fiber | 3% |
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 technologies are available in Brookings?
Fiber is widely available: about 84% of locations in Brookings can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 83% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 91% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Brookings that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Brookings 57006
Mediacom reports service to the most residential locations in Brookings, about 98%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Mediacom, City of Brookings Telephone Fund, T-Mobile Home Internet, AT&T, and Verizon), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include City of Brookings Telephone Fund (97%) and Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative (3%). T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
The median age of residents is 28, a young area where streaming and gaming often drive demand for faster plans.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Brookings?
Yes, in part. About 84% of residential locations in Brookings can get fiber, 98% can get cable, and about 83% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Brookings?
Mediacom reports service to about 98% of residential locations in Brookings, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Brookings?
8 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Brookings, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Brookings?
Fiber providers reporting service in Brookings include City of Brookings Telephone Fund (97% of locations) and Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative (3% 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 Brookings 57006?
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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