Internet Providers in Idaho

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Idaho is known for its scenic mountain views and variety of outdoor activities. In most areas of the state, you’ll likely find at least three internet service providers to choose from. Enter your city below to find the best internet service plans and prices near you.

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Internet Coverage in Idaho

11

providers available

100%

can access a broadband service

78%

of the population has speeds of 100+ Mbps

75%

of the population has speeds of 250+ Mbps

5%

of the population has speeds of 1000+ Mbps

State coverage by connection type

47%

Fiber access

76%

Cable access

88%

DSL access

100%

Satellite access

ProviderAverage Download SpeedMax Download SpeedServiceability %Connection Types
Cox1000 Mbps1000 Mbps1%Cable, Fiber
Xfinity987 Mbps987 Mbps1%Cable
Spectrum940 Mbps940 Mbps6%Cable
Viasat51 Mbps100 Mbps51%Satellite
CenturyLink42 Mbps940 Mbps76%DSL, Fiber
Suddenlink25 Mbps200 Mbps5%Cable
HughesNet25 Mbps25 Mbps52%Satellite
ProviderCox
Average Download Speed1000 Mbps
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Serviceability %1%
Connection TypesCable, Fiber
ProviderXfinity
Average Download Speed987 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
Serviceability %1%
Connection TypesCable
ProviderSpectrum
Average Download Speed940 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Serviceability %6%
Connection TypesCable
ProviderViasat
Average Download Speed51 Mbps
Max Download Speed100 Mbps
Serviceability %51%
Connection TypesSatellite
ProviderCenturyLink
Average Download Speed42 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Serviceability %76%
Connection TypesDSL, Fiber
ProviderSuddenlink
Average Download Speed25 Mbps
Max Download Speed200 Mbps
Serviceability %5%
Connection TypesCable
ProviderHughesNet
Average Download Speed25 Mbps
Max Download Speed25 Mbps
Serviceability %52%
Connection TypesSatellite

Data Sourced: 08/05/22

Top Providers in Idaho

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  • Speeds up to 25 Mbps
  • Built-in WiFi
  • Available in rural areas
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  • Unlimited data
  • No annual contracts
  • Symmetrical speeds
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  • Speeds up to 100 Mbps
  • No hard data caps
  • Available virtually anywhere

Idaho Internet at a Glance

In Idaho, over 96% of homes have three or more internet providers available. DSL internet, cable internet, and fiber internet are the most accessible internet types you’ll find in the state. Unfortunately, Idaho offers some of the slowest speeds in the nation on average, at only 25.3 Mbps. While this won’t impede users from normal internet activities like streaming video or working from home, lower download speeds are not ideal for large businesses or online gaming. Keep in mind, however, that fiber internet is growing in popularity across the country. To find and compare affordable providers near you, enter your zip code here.

Pros

  • Widespread rural internet availability
  • Affordable options

Cons

  • Slower average speeds
  • Limited, but growing fiber availability

All Internet Providers in Idaho

ProviderStarting PriceMax Download SpeedData CapsCheck Availability
Sparklight$45 – $110*940 MbpsYesCheck Availability
Cox$49.99/mo.1000 MbpsYesCheck Availability
Xfinity$19.99/mo. – $299.95/mo.50 Mbps – 3000 MbpsYesCheck Availability
Spectrum$49.99/mo. – $89.99/mo.300 Mbps – 1000 MbpsNoCheck Availability
Viasat$64.99/mo. – $169.99/mo.25 Mbps – 150 MbpsNoCheck Availability
CenturyLink$70/mo.940 MbpsNoCheck Availability
Suddenlink$29.99/mo.940 MbpsYesCheck Availability
HughesNet$44.99/mo.25 MbpsNoCheck Availability
Rise Broadband$50/mo.*25 MbpsYesCheck Availability
ProviderSparklight
Starting Price$45 – $110*
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderCox
Starting Price$49.99/mo.
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderXfinity
Starting Price$19.99/mo. – $299.95/mo.
Max Download Speed50 Mbps – 3000 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderSpectrum
Starting Price$49.99/mo. – $89.99/mo.
Max Download Speed300 Mbps – 1000 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderViasat
Starting Price$64.99/mo. – $169.99/mo.
Max Download Speed25 Mbps – 150 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderCenturyLink
Starting Price$70/mo.
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderSuddenlink
Starting Price$29.99/mo.
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderHughesNet
Starting Price$44.99/mo.
Max Download Speed25 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderRise Broadband
Starting Price$50/mo.*
Max Download Speed25 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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FAQ

Idaho Internet FAQs

Idaho has multiple internet service providers available. Based on coverage, the best provider in the state is CenturyLink internet.

There are 11 internet providers in Idaho. Enter your zip code here to find the best internet options in your area.

CenturyLink offers the fastest internet in Idaho.

Yes. Multiple Idaho internet providers allow you to bundle two or more services. For example, Viasat offers internet and phone services you can combine into one bill. Explore internet bundles and more on HighSpeedOptions.