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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Idaho
The best internet provider in Idaho is T-Mobile based on feedback in our annual customer satisfaction survey. It ranks best in nearly every category except in reliability where Verizon takes the top spot. Sparklight ranks in the top half of our charts for overall satisfaction, speed, reliability, and customer service. CenturyLink sits mostly in the bottom half of every category except for price, where it ranks far better than Sparklight.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in Idaho.
That ranks Idaho 23rd nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Idaho
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
23rd
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$64.88 average price per payment for internet, per household
89.7% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.8/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
1,896,652 people
2.65 average people per household
$55,340 average income per household
43 average age per household
54% of population employed
4% higher than national average
Ranked 11th nationally
5% lower than national average
Ranked 40th nationally
11% higher than national average
Ranked 41st nationally
3% higher than national average
Ranked 27th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Idaho
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS Telecom | 167.3 Mbps | 155.77 Mbps | 71.01% | View Plans for TDS Telecom |
| Cox Communications | 139.23 Mbps | 9.55 Mbps | 95.73% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| Spectrum | 138.29 Mbps | 15.29 Mbps | 93.9% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| Ting | 117.84 Mbps | 94.91 Mbps | 50.71% | View Plans for Ting |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 75.59% | 71.59% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 843.13 Mbps | 78.45% | 72.63% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 65.34 Mbps | 48.6% | 85.48% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 1614.79 Mbps | 71.04% | 79.11% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 43.12 Mbps | 95.99% | 86.71% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| Satellite | 111.83 Mbps | 51.16% | 98.16% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in Idaho
Cities in Idaho with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Falls | 145.89 Mbps | 75.05 Mbps | 69% | Ziply Fiber |
| Hayden | 115.02 Mbps | 21.4 Mbps | 52% | Spectrum |
| Twin Falls | 107.84 Mbps | 31.4 Mbps | 54% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Moscow | 102.62 Mbps | 61.01 Mbps | 43% | Ziply Fiber |
| Pocatello | 102.52 Mbps | 46.77 Mbps | 51% | Syringa Networks |
| Eagle | 99.7 Mbps | 37.21 Mbps | 57% | Syringa Networks |
| Star | 93.58 Mbps | 23.49 Mbps | 72% | Verizon Wireless |
| Lewiston | 93.02 Mbps | 19.36 Mbps | 9% | First Step Internet |
Post Falls is the best city in Idaho for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Hayden and Twin Falls also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Idaho
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise | 234,192 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Idaho Falls | 65,685 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Caldwell | 61,212 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Garden City | 12,301 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Nampa | 102,598 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Pocatello | 56,582 | 100% | 33% | 100% |
| Lucile | 111 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Eagle | 30,635 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Boise is the most internet-connected city in Idaho. Boise makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Boise's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Idaho Falls and Caldwell also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Idaho
Boise
Population: 234,192
Median income: $74,356
92.36 Mbps
avg. download speed
47.03 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Meridian
Population: 119,872
Median income: $85,261
91.11 Mbps
avg. download speed
68.42 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Nampa
Population: 102,598
Median income: $59,208
81.22 Mbps
avg. download speed
29.41 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
Idaho FAQs
Where can I get fiber internet in Idaho?
CenturyLink (Lumen Technologies) has the largest fiber internet footprint in Idaho, providing service around Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, Boise, and Lewiston.
Fybercom has some fiber-to-the-home service around Rexburg, Idaho Falls, and Burley.
What are the fastest internet providers in Idaho?
Fybercom has the fastest speeds in Idado with fiber internet reaching up to 1,000Mbps both ways, but it's super-limited in availability. Sparklight's cable internet has a maximum download speed of 940Mbps and an even slower upload speed at 50Mbps. T-Mobile and Verizon have fixed wireless speeds maxing out at around 300Mbps.
