Having a mobile phone and internet helps you find information, stay in touch and find support.
Mobile phones
No-contract phone services are often the easiest to get. These phones let you use the service without signing a long-term contract. Most phone companies offer no-contract plans. You can buy extra minutes online or at gas stations and convenience stores.
How no-contract phone plans work
- What it is: You pay month to month for service; there is no long contract.
- How to add time: Buy more minutes or data online, in stores or at gas stations.
- Why people choose it: No credit check, low commitment, and flexible cost. Where to find no-contract phones
- Local wireless stores and national carriers’ local outlets such as Verizon Wireless, Cricket Wireless, AT&T, Boost Mobile and T-Mobile
- Big-box stores and electronic shops such as Target, Walmart and Best Buy
- Grocery stores, convenience stores and gas stations (prepaid cards and refill codes)
- Online carrier websites and major retailers
Internet service
Several companies provide internet services. Ask about discount programs that they might offer to reduce your monthly bills.
Most public libraries in North Dakota offer free internet and computer access. You may have a time limit if others are waiting.
To find a library near you:
- Visit North Dakota Public Libraries
- Select “ND Public Libraries” from the ‘Libraries’ drop-down menu
- Type your street address and city
- Press Enter or Return on your keyboard
Internet service providers in North Dakota:
Here are common internet providers that serve parts of North Dakota. Availability depends on your city and address, so check with the provider or enter your zip code on their site.
- 702 Communications – Phone: 218-284-5702; Website
- Bluepeak – Phone: 888-975-4258; Website
- CenturyLink/Lumen – Phone: 855-459-3127; Website
- Consolidated Communications – Phone: 844-968-7224; Website
- Fidium Fiber – Phone: 844-434-3486; Website
- HughesNet – Phone: 844-371-5495; Website
- Midco – Phone: 800-888-1300; Website
- Quantum Fiber – Phone 833-250-6306; Website
- Sparklight (Cable ONE) – Phone: 877-687-1332; Website
- T-Mobile Home Internet – Phone: 844-324-3575; Website
- Verizon (Home Internet/5G) – Phone: 800-922-0204; Website
- Viasat – Website