North Dakota Broadband Coverage Report (2026)
Analysis of internet service availability across North Dakota, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless coverage.
Technology Breakdown
Based on 121,151 broadband service records
Top Internet Providers
| Provider | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Viasat Inc | 104,014 | 56.8% |
| Midco | 79,244 | 43.2% |
Largest Cities
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fargo | 125,990 |
| 2 | Bismarck | 73,622 |
| 3 | Grand Forks | 59,166 |
| 4 | Minot | 48,377 |
| 5 | West Fargo | 38,626 |
| 6 | Williston | 29,479 |
| 7 | Dickinson | 25,679 |
| 8 | Mandan | 24,206 |
| 9 | Jamestown | 15,422 |
| 10 | Wahpeton | 8,007 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of North Dakota has fiber internet?
Based on FCC broadband data, fiber accounts for approximately 36.9% of broadband availability records in North Dakota.
Who are the largest internet providers in North Dakota?
The top providers in North Dakota by coverage include Viasat Inc, Midco.
How many broadband options are available in North Dakota?
North Dakota has approximately 121,151 broadband service records across fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless technologies.
Methodology
This report is derived from FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) records. Technology percentages reflect the share of service availability records, not unique households. Provider market share is based on reported location counts. Data is refreshed daily. Read our full methodology.
This data is also available via our public JSON API.