Compare Buhl internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Buhl – 42.0 Mbps
ID – 112.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Buhl – 12.0 Mbps
ID – 39.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Buhl.
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CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
Sparklight | $50.00 | 200 - 940 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Safelink Internet | $59.00 | 10 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Filer Mutual Telephone Co | $59.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | 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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 96.83%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, 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 98% of Buhl residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 49% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in Buhl.
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 $50 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Filer Mutual Telephone Co | 70.0 Mbps | 57.0 Mbps | Wireless |
HughesNet | 39.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
CenturyLink | 46.0 Mbps | 10.0 Mbps | DSL |
Sparklight | 163.0 Mbps | 16.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users 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.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
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 $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $58.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Buhl, $1.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Buhl. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 183 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
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 $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $58.99.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Buhl, $1.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 940 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, 183 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $58.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Buhl, $1.26.
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, 183 Mbps.
Filer Mutual Telephone Co is the fastest internet provider in Buhl with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 74% of households in Buhl. The next fastest internet provider in Buhl is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in Buhl with plans starting at $50/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $58.99.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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