Compare 59860 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Polson – 101 Mbps
MT – 74 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Polson – 12 Mbps
MT – 31 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Polson.
Internet providers in 59860
Internet providers in your area
59860 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 79% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 *** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 *** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.330% |
MontanaSky Networks  | $54.95 | 50 - 500 Mbps | DSL | 68% |
| MontanaSky Networks | $54.95 | 50 - 500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 68% |
| MontanaSky West | $54.95 | 50 - 500 Mbps | DSL | 11% |
| MontanaSky West | $54.95 | 50 - 500 Mbps | Wired | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MontanaSky West | $54.95 | 50 - 500 Mbps | Wireless | 76% |
*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.
***Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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Broadband availability
5682
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.10%
2 providers - 94.37%
3 providers - 57.25%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 92%, broadband coverage in the 59860 ZIP code 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 59860 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 79% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 47% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 22% of those living in the 59860 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 59860 area, and 94.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 59860, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Polson
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 20 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 14 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 121 Mbps | 11 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Polson.
Top high-speed internet providers in 59860
The largest internet providers serving the 59860 ZIP code are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and MontanaSky Networks bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 59860 ZIP code, covering 79% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 81% of the area. Polson’s third most-available internet provider, MontanaSky Networks, offers DSL to around 68% of residents in the 59860 ZIP code.
Spectrum 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 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 most households in the 59860 ZIP code, covering 79% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 59860 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 Polson, $57.48.
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 Polson, $0.57.
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 59860 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Polson's providers, 71 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 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
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 59860 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Polson, $57.48.
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 Polson, $0.57.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 59860 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Polson's providers, 71 Mbps.
MontanaSky Networks 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 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
DSL from MontanaSky Networks offers broadband to most households in the 59860 ZIP code, covering 68% of the area.
DSL internet from MontanaSky Networks 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 MontanaSky Networks start at $54.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Polson, $57.48.
MontanaSky Networks customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Polson, $0.57.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, MontanaSky Networks offers download speeds up to 500 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 59860 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 68% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Polson's providers, 71 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 59860 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 59860 and the greater Polson area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Polson at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Polson at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 59860 ZIP, 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 Polson 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 Polson DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 59860 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 59860 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 79% of households in 59860. The next fastest internet provider in the 59860 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 81% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 59860 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Polson, $57.48.
MontanaSky Networks is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 59860 ZIP code, covering 68% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in 59860 and is available to 5.330% of households.
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%.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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*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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