Compare 66617 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Topeka – 109 Mbps
KS – 121 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Topeka – 28 Mbps
KS – 60 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Topeka.
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Internet providers in 66617
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66617 internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 25 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Mercury Wireless Indiana .  | $65.00 | 30 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Alpha Enterprises | - | - | Wireless | 31% |
| KwiKom Communications | $55.00 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 24% |
| Kansas Broadband Internet | $50.00 | - | Wireless | 14% |
*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 Aug 11, 2022.
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Broadband availability
5480
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.11%
2 providers - 86.37%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 66617 ZIP code 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 66617 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Topeka, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the 66617 area, and 86.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 66617, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Topeka
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Kansas Broadband Internet | 15 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Wireless |
| Cox | 133 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 12 Mbps | 5 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Topeka.
Top high-speed internet providers in 66617
The largest internet providers serving the 66617 ZIP code are AT&T, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 66617 ZIP code, covering 87% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 97% of the area. Topeka’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 66617 ZIP code.
AT&T 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 66617 ZIP code, covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Topeka, $57.85.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Topeka, $1.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 66617 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Topeka's providers, 74 Mbps.
Cox 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in the 66617 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 66617 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Topeka, $57.85.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Topeka, $1.75.
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 66617 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Topeka's providers, 74 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 66617 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 66617 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Topeka, $57.85.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Topeka, $1.75.
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 66617 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Topeka's providers, 74 Mbps.
Internet providers in 66617 frequently asked questions
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 66617 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 66617. The next fastest internet provider in the 66617 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 50 Mbps to 87% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 66617 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Topeka, $57.85.
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.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
*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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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