Compare 68104 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Omaha – 128 Mbps
NE – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Omaha – 45 Mbps
NE – 51 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Omaha.
Internet providers in 68104
Internet providers in your area
68104 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 77% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.630% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Future Technologies  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 83% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?68104 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6328
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 94.88%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 68104 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 68104 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 31% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in the 68104 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 68104 area, and 94.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 68104, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Omaha
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 130 Mbps | 110 Mbps | DSL |
| Cox | 118 Mbps | 10 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Omaha.
Top high-speed internet providers in 68104
The largest internet providers serving the 68104 ZIP code are Cox, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all in the 68104 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 77% of the area. Omaha’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 68104 ZIP code.
Cox 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 68104 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 68104 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Omaha, $48.98.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Omaha, $2.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 68104 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Omaha's providers, 297 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 68104 ZIP code, covering 77% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Omaha, $48.98.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Omaha, $2.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 68104 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Omaha's providers, 297 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 68104 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 68104 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Omaha, $48.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Omaha, $2.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 68104 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Omaha's providers, 297 Mbps.
Internet providers in 68104 frequently asked questions
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 68104 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 68104. The next fastest internet provider in the 68104 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 77% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 68104 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Omaha, $48.98.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 68104 ZIP code, covering 2.630% of the city.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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%.
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