Compare 83316 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Buhl – 21 Mbps
ID – 99 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Buhl – 15 Mbps
ID – 35 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Buhl.
Internet providers in 83316
83316 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 82% |
| Sparklight | $45.00 | 200 - 940 Mbps | Cable | 63% |
Filer Mutual Telephone Co  | $59.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.620% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Safelink Internet | $59.00 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Filer Mutual Telephone Co | $59.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 88% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 17% |
| SpeedConnect | $46.95 | - | Wireless | 5.310% |
| Tekfinity | $34.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 1.300% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?83316 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3694
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 90.35%
2 providers - 64.12%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 85%, broadband coverage in the 83316 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Idaho - 93%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 83316 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 66% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 59% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 13% of those living in the 83316 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 83316 area, and 64.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 83316, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Buhl
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 115 Mbps | 78 Mbps | DSL |
| Filer Mutual Telephone Co | 57 Mbps | 29 Mbps | Wireless |
| Sparklight | 90 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Buhl.
Top high-speed internet providers in 83316
The largest internet providers serving the 83316 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 83316 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 63% of the area. Buhl’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 83316 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 83316 ZIP code, covering 82% 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $51.73.
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, $1.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 83316 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 271 Mbps.
Sparklight cable internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to most households in the 83316 ZIP code, covering 63% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 83316 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $51.73.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.23 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Buhl, $1.23.
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 83316 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 63% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 271 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 83316 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 83316 ZIP 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $51.73.
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, $1.23.
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 83316 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Buhl's providers, 271 Mbps.
Internet providers in 83316 frequently asked questions
Filer Mutual Telephone Co is the fastest internet provider in the 83316 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 88% of households in 83316. The next fastest internet provider in the 83316 ZIP code is Filer Mutual Telephone Co, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.620% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 83316 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Buhl, $51.73.
Filer Mutual Telephone Co is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 83316 ZIP code, covering 1.620% of the city.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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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