Compare Kirkwood internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Kirkwood – Mbps
MO – 100 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Kirkwood – Mbps
MO – 45 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Kirkwood.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 40% |
Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Brown Dog Networks | $55.00 | 0.768 - 3 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 92% |
Radiowire | $45.00 | 2 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 1.636% |
*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.
**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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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.98%
2 providers - 99.84%
3 providers - 5.32%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Kirkwood is slightly higher than the rest of Missouri - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Kirkwood area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Kirkwood residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 73% of those living in Kirkwood.
There are seven internet providers serving the Kirkwood area, and 99.84% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kirkwood's seven internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Kirkwood are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Kirkwood.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Kirkwood residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 40% of the area. Kirkwood’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Kirkwood 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Kirkwood covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood, $56.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kirkwood, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Kirkwood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirkwood's providers, 209 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in Kirkwood covering 40% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Kirkwood than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Kirkwood, $56.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kirkwood, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Kirkwood. These download speeds are available to 40% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirkwood's providers, 209 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 Sep 23, 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Kirkwood covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Kirkwood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Kirkwood, $56.66.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kirkwood, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Kirkwood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirkwood's providers, 209 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Kirkwood, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Kirkwood, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Kirkwood and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Kirkwood at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Kirkwood at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 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 Kirkwood DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Kirkwood with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Kirkwood. The next fastest internet provider in Kirkwood is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 40% of the area.
Radiowire offers the cheapest internet in Kirkwood with plans starting at $45/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Kirkwood, $56.66.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Kirkwood, covering 40% of the city.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.