Internet providers in Lincoln, NE
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Internet options in Lincoln, NE
You may be planning a move to Lincoln, or you may be a current Lincoln resident who just wants a new deal on internet. Setting up an internet connection is one of the most important decisions you can make when setting up your home. Depending on your location, you may have access to different providers, types of internet connections and speeds. Rely on our experts to find and compare internet and cable providers in the Lincoln area.
Lincoln internet at a glance
There are numerous internet providers serving the Lincoln area. Depending on your Lincoln ZIP code and address, you could have access to multiple internet types and providers.
Internet availability in Lincoln, NE
Cable – 94%
DSL – 89%
Fiber-optic – 48%
Lincoln, NE, residential internet providers
Provider | Starting price* | Speed range | Internet type |
---|---|---|---|
Spectrum | $49.99/mo. | 300-1,000 Mbps | Cable |
Windstream | $19.99/mo. | 1.5 – 1,000 Mbps | DSL, fiber |
HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | Up to 25 Mbps | Satellite |
*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 04/06/20.
Compare the largest internet providers in Lincoln
The three largest internet providers in Lincoln are Spectrum, Windstream and HughesNet. Here’s how each provider compares in terms of service areas, internet plan options, pricing and additional perks.
Spectrum
Provider details:
Spectrum’s cable plans have considerable coverage in the Lincoln area and they typically have great offers on fast speeds.
- Two internet plans
- Starting at $49.99/mo.*
- Spectrum offers internet plans with no data caps
- Spectrum’s internet plans come with a free internet modem
Spectrum store locations:
- 5400 S. 16th St., Lincoln, NE 68512

Windstream
Provider details:
Windstream offers high-speed fiber internet services, where available, and reasonably priced DSL services in other locations.
- Three internet plans
- Starting at $19.99/mo.*
- Windstream offers fiber-optic plans in some areas of Lincoln
- Windstream has a plan to bundle internet, TV, phone and internet security services
Windstream store locations:
- 1440 M St., Lincoln, NE 68508
HughesNet
Provider details:
HughesNet covers the entirety of Lincoln with satellite internet service.
- One internet plan
- Starting at $59.99/mo.*
- HughesNet internet plans come with built-in Wi-Fi
- You can lease HughesNet equipment to save on costs
HughesNet store locations:
- 809 P St., Suite 102, Lincoln, NE 68508
*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 04/06/20.
Availability for other Lincoln internet providers
- Allo Communications, LLC – Fiber-optic network with 7% coverage in Lincoln, NE.
- Nebraska Technology & Communications – DSL network with 28% coverage in the Lincoln area.
- Rise Broadband – Fixed wireless network with 99% coverage in the Lincoln area.
- Viasat, Inc. – Satellite provider covering 100% of the area.
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Fastest internet in Lincoln
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
Lincoln – 92%
Nebraska – 67%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
Lincoln – 26%
Nebraska – 21%
U.S. – 17%
Source: FCC
The fastest internet services in Lincoln are likely to come from providers using a fiber-optic or cable/fiber-optic network. Here’s a look at the fastest fiber-optic and cable internet providers in the Lincoln area.
Lincoln’s fastest max advertised download speeds
- Allo Communications, LLC – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Windstream – DSL and fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Spectrum – Cable network with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Call or click below to find and compare the fastest Lincoln internet plans in your area.
Cheapest internet service providers in Lincoln
Looking for cheap internet services in Lincoln? There are multiple providers with plans starting below $30/mo.* If you need to hook up a TV or a phone line to your home, consider bundling your services to save on your plans.
Cheap internet plans in Lincoln
- Windstream – $19.99/mo.* for up to 1.5 Mbps
- Rise Broadband – $29.95/mo.* for up to 25 Mbps
*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 04/06/20.
Call or click below to find and compare the cheapest Lincoln internet plans in your area.
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