Advertiser Disclosure While this page may contain offers from our partners, our opinions are our own. Here's how we rate providers
Shop the best Kansas City internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, fiber-optic and DSL providers in your area.
Shop local providers| Provider | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $49.99 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.723% |
| AT&T | $49.99 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
Google Fiber  | $70.00 | 1,000 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 98% |
| Midcontinent Communications | $49.95 | 10 - 110 Mbps | Cable | 5.440% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Packet Layer | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Pixius Communications | $55.00 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wisper ISP | $44.99 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 21% |
*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 27, 2022.
Need help?145786
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 98.96%
3 providers - 94.71%
4+ providers - 2.15%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Kansas City 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 Kansas City area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Kansas City residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 96% of those living in Kansas City.
There are nine internet providers serving the Kansas City area, and 98.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kansas City's nine internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcontinent Communications | 62 Mbps | 9 Mbps | Cable |
| Packet Layer | 24 Mbps | 28 Mbps | Wireless |
| HughesNet | 17 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| AT&T | 69 Mbps | 35 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | 60 Mbps | 21 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Kansas City.
The largest internet providers in Kansas City are AT&T, Spectrum, and Google Fiber bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Kansas City.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Kansas City residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 96% of the area. Kansas City’s third most-available internet provider, Google Fiber, offers fiber-optic to around 98% of Kansas City residents.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 27, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Kansas City covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Kansas City 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Kansas City, $52.49.
AT&T 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 Kansas City, $0.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Kansas City. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kansas City's providers, 320 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Kansas City covering 96% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Kansas City residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Kansas City, $52.49.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kansas City, $0.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Kansas City. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Kansas City's providers, 320 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 27, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Google Fiber offers broadband to nearly all households in Kansas City covering 98% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Google Fiber is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Kansas City than other internet types.
Internet prices for Google Fiber start at $70/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Kansas City, $52.49.
Google Fiber customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 1,000 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.07 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kansas City, $0.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Google Fiber offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Kansas City. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kansas City's providers, 320 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Kansas City, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Kansas City, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Kansas City and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are about average in Kansas City at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Kansas City at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Kansas City residents, 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 Kansas City may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $49.99 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 Kansas City fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Kansas City with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.723% of households in Kansas City. The next fastest internet provider in Kansas City is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Wisper ISP offers the cheapest internet in Kansas City with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Kansas City, $52.49.
Google Fiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Kansas City, covering 98% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Kansas City and is available to 3.723% of households.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
By subscribing, you agree to receive Allconnect promotional emails. Your privacy is important to us.
