Compare 68521 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lincoln – 150 Mbps
NE – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lincoln – 111 Mbps
NE – 51 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lincoln.
Internet providers in 68521
Internet providers in your area
68521 internet providers
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| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 28% |
| Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications | $40.00 | - | DSL | 36% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Future Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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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Broadband availability
20185
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.57%
3 providers - 36.15%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 68521 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Nebraska - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 68521 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 42% of those living in the 68521 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 68521 area, and 99.57% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 68521, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Lincoln
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Windstream | 90 Mbps | 67 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 91 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lincoln.
Top high-speed internet providers in 68521
The largest internet providers serving the 68521 ZIP code are Spectrum and Windstream bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 68521 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 99% of the area. Lincoln’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers fiber-optic to around 28% of residents in the 68521 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 all households in the 68521 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 68521 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
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 Lincoln, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 68521 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 360 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Windstream offers broadband to all households in the 68521 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lincoln, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 68521 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 360 Mbps.
Windstream fiber-optic 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
Fiber-optic from Windstream offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 68521 ZIP code, covering 28% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Windstream is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 68521 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $75/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.38 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lincoln, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 68521 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 28% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 360 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 68521 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 68521 and the greater Lincoln area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lincoln at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lincoln at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 68521 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 68521 frequently asked questions
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in the 68521 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 68521. The next fastest internet provider in the 68521 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 28% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 68521 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 68521 ZIP code, covering 28% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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