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Internet providers in Butte-Silver Bow, MT
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Butte-Silver Bow, MT internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 88% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Montana Internet | $65.00 | 8 - 7 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Southern Montana Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.517% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| SpeedConnect | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 7.567% |
| Mammoth Networks | - | - | Wireless | 5.386% |
| Montana Internet | $65.00 | 8 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 1.596% |
| Tele System Services | - | - | Wireless | 1.541% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in Butte-Silver Bow is comparable to the rest of Montana - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Butte-Silver Bow area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Butte-Silver Bow residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.520% of those living in Butte-Silver Bow.
There are nine internet providers serving the Butte-Silver Bow area. Among Butte-Silver Bow's nine internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Butte-Silver Bow
The largest internet providers in Butte-Silver Bow are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and Montana Internet bringing cable and DSL options to Butte-Silver Bow.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Butte-Silver Bow residents, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 81% of the area. Butte-Silver Bow’s third most-available internet provider, Montana Internet, offers DSL to around 100% of Butte-Silver Bow residents.
Spectrum 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Butte-Silver Bow covering 88% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Butte-Silver Bow residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Butte-Silver Bow, $50.82.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Butte-Silver Bow, $0.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Butte-Silver Bow. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Butte-Silver Bow's providers, 48 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Butte-Silver Bow covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Butte-Silver Bow 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 $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Butte-Silver Bow, $50.82.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Butte-Silver Bow, $0.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Butte-Silver Bow. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Butte-Silver Bow's providers, 48 Mbps.
Montana Internet 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Montana Internet offers broadband to all households in Butte-Silver Bow covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Montana Internet uses telephone lines in Butte-Silver Bow 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 Montana Internet start at $65/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Butte-Silver Bow, $50.82.
Montana Internet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 8 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $8.13 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Butte-Silver Bow, $0.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Montana Internet offers download speeds up to 7 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Butte-Silver Bow. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Butte-Silver Bow's providers, 48 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Butte-Silver Bow, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Butte-Silver Bow, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Butte-Silver Bow and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Butte-Silver Bow at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Butte-Silver Bow at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Butte-Silver Bow 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 Butte-Silver Bow may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 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 Butte-Silver Bow DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Butte-Silver Bow?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Butte-Silver Bow with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 88% of households in Butte-Silver Bow. The next fastest internet provider in Butte-Silver Bow is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 81% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Butte-Silver Bow?
SpeedConnect offers the cheapest internet in Butte-Silver Bow with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Butte-Silver Bow, $50.82.
Is fiber internet available in Butte-Silver Bow?
Southern Montana Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Butte-Silver Bow, covering 1.517% of the city.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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