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Internet providers in 83709
Find internet providers serving the 83709 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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83709 internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Sparklight | $30 | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Safelink Internet | $59 | 10 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| LinOra Corp. | - | - | Wireless | 5.016% |
| Xoom Link LLC | - | - | Wireless | 1.162% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?83709 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 83709 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Idaho - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 83709 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 17% of those living in the 83709 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 83709 area, and 99.46% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 83709, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 83709
The largest internet providers serving the 83709 ZIP code are CenturyLink and Sparklight bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 83709 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 17% of the area. Boise’s third most-available internet provider, Sparklight, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 83709 ZIP code.
CenturyLink 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 83709 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Boise, $47.32.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boise, $3.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 83709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Boise's providers, 365 Mbps.
CenturyLink fiber-optic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 83709 ZIP code, covering 17% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 83709 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $65/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Boise, $47.32.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.42 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boise, $3.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 83709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boise's providers, 365 Mbps.
Sparklight cable internet
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Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to all households in the 83709 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 83709 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Boise, $47.32.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boise, $3.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 83709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boise's providers, 365 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 83709 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 83709 and the greater Boise area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Boise at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Boise at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 83709 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Boise may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Boise cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 83709 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 83709?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 83709 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 17% of households in 83709. The next fastest internet provider in the 83709 ZIP code is Sparklight, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 83709?
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in the 83709 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Boise, $47.32.
Is fiber internet available in 83709?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 83709 ZIP code, covering 17% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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