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Internet providers in Buhl, ID
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Buhl, ID internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Sparklight | $30 | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Safelink Internet | $59 | 10 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Filer Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 74% |
*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?Buhl internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Buhl 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 Buhl area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Buhl residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Buhl, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Buhl area, and 96.83% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Buhl's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Buhl
The largest internet providers in Buhl are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Buhl.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Buhl residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 100% of the area. Buhl’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Buhl residents.
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 Buhl covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Buhl 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 Buhl, $48.80.
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 Buhl, $3.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 40 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Buhl. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 217 Mbps.
Sparklight cable 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.
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to all households in Buhl covering 100% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Buhl 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 Buhl, $48.80.
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 Buhl, $3.25.
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 Buhl. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 217 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Buhl covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Buhl 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $48.80.
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 Buhl, $3.25.
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 Buhl. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 217 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Buhl?
Sparklight is the fastest internet provider in Buhl with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Buhl. The next fastest internet provider in Buhl is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 40 Mbps to 97% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Buhl?
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in Buhl with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $48.80.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.
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.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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