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Great Bend, KS internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Cox | $29.99 | 10 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Golden Belt Telephone | $59.95 | 25 - 6 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 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.
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Broadband availability
15991
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.85%
2 providers - 91.35%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Great Bend is comparable to the rest of Kansas - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Great Bend area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Great Bend residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Great Bend, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Great Bend area, and 91.35% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Great Bend's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Great Bend
The largest internet providers in Great Bend are AT&T, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Great Bend.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Great Bend residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 99% of the area. Great Bend’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Great Bend residents.
AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Great Bend covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Great Bend 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Great Bend, $45.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Great Bend, $2.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Great Bend. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Great Bend's providers, 71 Mbps.
Cox 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in Great Bend covering 99% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Great Bend residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Great Bend, $45.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Great Bend, $2.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Great Bend. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Great Bend's providers, 71 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Great Bend covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Great Bend 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 Great Bend, $45.99.
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 Great Bend, $2.87.
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 Great Bend. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Great Bend's providers, 71 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Great Bend?
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Great Bend with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Great Bend. The next fastest internet provider in Great Bend is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Great Bend?
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Great Bend with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Great Bend, $45.99.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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