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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.539% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Sho-Me Technologies | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.303% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Taneynet Broadband  | - | 10 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 90% |
*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 - 98.02%
2 providers - 96.56%
3 providers - 2.09%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 95%, broadband coverage in Branson is comparable to the rest of Missouri - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Branson area will have access to cable, which covers 94% of Branson residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 27% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.240% of those living in Branson.
There are six internet providers serving the Branson area, and 96.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Branson's six internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Branson are CenturyLink, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Branson.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Branson residents, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 98% of the area. Branson’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Branson 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 Branson covering 90% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Branson 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 Branson, $56.25.
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 Branson, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Branson. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Branson's providers, 304 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 Optimum offers broadband to nearly all households in Branson covering 98% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Branson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Branson, $56.25.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Branson, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Branson. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Branson's providers, 304 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 Branson covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Branson 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 Branson, $56.25.
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 Branson, $0.63.
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 Branson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Branson's providers, 304 Mbps.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Branson with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Branson. The next fastest internet provider in Branson is Sho-Me Technologies , offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.303% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Branson with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Branson, $56.25.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Branson, covering 5.539% of the city. Sho-Me Technologies also offers fiber internet in Branson and is available to 1.303% of households.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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