Best Internet Plans for Seniors in Minnesota
Finding affordable, reliable internet in Minnesota does not have to be confusing. We have compared the top providers available to seniors in MN, including plans with senior discounts, low-income assistance, and no-contract options. Average cost: $48/mo.
Internet Providers in Minnesota
Xfinity (Comcast)
Senior DiscountConnection Type
cable
Speeds
75 Mbps - 2 Gbps
Starting Price
$35/mo
Senior/Low-Income Plan: Internet Essentials: $9.95/mo for qualifying seniors on SSI
CenturyLink
Connection Type
fiber
Speeds
200 Mbps - 940 Mbps
Starting Price
$50/mo
T-Mobile Home Internet
Senior DiscountConnection Type
5G home internet
Speeds
72-245 Mbps
Starting Price
$50/mo
Senior/Low-Income Plan: T-Mobile 55+: discounted plans for customers 55 and older
US Internet
Connection Type
fiber
Speeds
100 Mbps - 10 Gbps
Starting Price
$50/mo
Senior Discount & Assistance Programs in Minnesota
FCC Lifeline Program
The federal Lifeline program provides a $9.25 per month discount on phone or internet service for qualifying low-income households. Seniors receiving Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or Veterans Pension benefits automatically qualify. Apply at LifelineSupport.org or contact your local Minnesota social services office.
Provider Low-Income Programs
Several major ISPs in Minnesota offer their own discounted plans for qualifying seniors and low-income households:
- •Xfinity (Comcast): Internet Essentials: $9.95/mo for qualifying seniors on SSI
- •T-Mobile Home Internet: T-Mobile 55+: discounted plans for customers 55 and older
About the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program)
The ACP ended in June 2024, but many providers who participated have introduced their own replacement programs to help low-income customers. Ask your provider about successor discounts when signing up. The Lifeline program remains active and is the primary federal internet assistance program available in Minnesota.
Tips for Minnesota Seniors
Minneapolis-St. Paul has great fiber options including US Internet and CenturyLink fiber.
Minnesota has many local broadband cooperatives in rural areas — check blandin.org for a list.
The Minnesota Board on Aging provides technology assistance through Senior LinkAge Line (1-800-333-2433).