Internet providers in Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
ZIP code 58501 is in Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Bismarck 58501: local snapshot
About 88% of the 12,031 households in 58501 have a broadband subscription, in line with the North Dakota average of 87%. That ranks 58501#138 of 337 ZIP codes in North 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 Bismarck, North Dakota
Share of residential locations in Bismarck 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 | Midco | Fiber, Cable, Fixed wireless | 99%+ | |
| 2 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 78% | |
| 3 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 75% | |
| 4 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 71% | Check availability |
| 5 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 67% | 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 technologies are available in Bismarck?
Fiber reaches about 19% of locations in Bismarck, so it is available in parts of the area but not everywhere. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 81% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 92% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Bismarck that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Bismarck 58501
Midco reports service to the most residential locations in Bismarck, about 100%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Midco, T-Mobile Home Internet, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, Verizon, and AT&T), so the market looks competitive. T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 58501 (88%) is close to the Bismarck average of 87%. The median age of residents is 37.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Bismarck?
Yes, in part. About 19% of residential locations in Bismarck can get fiber, 86% can get cable, and about 81% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Bismarck?
Midco reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Bismarck, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Bismarck?
5 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Bismarck, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
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 Bismarck 58501?
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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