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Internet providers in Nikiski, AK
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Nikiski, AK internet providers
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ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS | $89.99 | - | DSL | 82% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Nikiski internet service at a glance
At 82%, broadband coverage in Nikiski is comparable to the rest of Alaska - 90%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Nikiski area will have access to DSL, which covers 82% of Nikiski residents. No cable or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Nikiski, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are two internet providers serving the Nikiski area. Among Nikiski's two internet providers, prices start at $59.99 and available download speeds reach up to 50 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Nikiski
The largest internet providers in Nikiski are ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS and HughesNet bringing DSL and satellite options to Nikiski.
DSL internet from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS is available to most Nikiski residents, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area.
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS offers broadband to nearly all households in Nikiski covering 82% of the area.
DSL internet from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS uses telephone lines in Nikiski to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS start at $89.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Nikiski, $74.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Nikiski. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Nikiski's providers, 25 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Nikiski covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Nikiski where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Nikiski, $74.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Nikiski, $3.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Nikiski. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Nikiski's providers, 25 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Nikiski?
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS is the fastest internet provider in Nikiski with download speeds up to 50 Mbps. These speeds are available to 82% of households in Nikiski. The next fastest internet provider in Nikiski is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Nikiski?
HughesNet offers the cheapest internet in Nikiski with plans starting at $59.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Nikiski, $74.99.
How do I get cheaper internet?
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.