Internet providers in Lamar, MO

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What's the right internet speed for your home?

Households within Lamar are, on average, getting download speeds of 40 Mbps and upload speeds of 18 Mbps. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) assigns internet requirements into light, moderate and high-use categories.

Our online speed guide can help you decide which internet speed is best for your household.

  • Light
    Internet use
    1 to 2

    Email, browsing, basic video, one streaming device at a time.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    5 to 20 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    20 to 40 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    50 to 100 Mbps
    View Allconnect's take
  • Moderate
    Internet use
    3 - 4

    The same functions as Light, plus one high-demand application like streaming HD video, video conferencing, online gaming or telecommuting.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    5 to 20 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    20 to 40 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    75 to 200 Mbps
    View Allconnect's take
  • High
    Internet use
    5+

    The same functions as Light and Moderate, plus multiple high-demand applications running simultaneously.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    100 to 200 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    200 to 300 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    400 to 500 Mbps
    View Allconnect's take

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Best internet provider in Lamar, MO

Allconnect's choice for the best internet provider in Lamar is Optimum, with their cable plans covering 75% of the city. Optimum internet plans start at $45 with speeds up to 940 Mbps.

To make that choice, we look at the affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction of internet service providers (ISPs). View our full methodology here.

optimum
Plans starting at
$45/mo.
for 1 years
Available speeds
300-940 Mbps
Contract length
1 years
Call to order: (844) 451-2720

Cheap internet in Lamar, MO

Most internet service providers offer cheap internet plans between $20-$30, for the lowest tier of speed, usually up to 75-100 Mbps. These plans are fast enough for light use in a small household.

Windstream has the cheapest internet plans in Lamar, starting at 500 Mbps for $39.99/mo.

T-Mobile also has an affordable internet plan offering 245 Mbps for $40/mo.

Keep in mind that for just $5 or $10 extra a month, the second-to-cheapest plan offered by an ISP is sometimes the better deal, often providing more speed for your dollar.

Cheapest plans

Windstream
Cheapest Plan
Windstream logo
Monthly price
$39.99/mo.
Download speed
Up to 500 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
Fiber
Call to order
(844) 451-2720
T-Mobile
Next Best Plan
T-Mobile logo
Monthly price
$40.00/mo.
Download speed
Up to 245 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
Fixed wireless
Call to order
(844) 451-2720

Fastest internet in Lamar, MO

The speed you need depends on what you use the internet for. If high-speed internet is necessary for your household to game, work and learn, you'll be happy to know that Windstream and Optimum offer the fastest internet in Lamar.

Windstream has dsl internet speeds starting at $69.99/mo. for up to 1,000 Mbps while Optimum offers plans up to 940 Mbps for their cable internet.

Fastest plans

Windstream
Fastest Plan
Windstream logo
Monthly price
$69.99/mo.
Download speed
Up to 1,000 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
DSL
Call to order
(844) 451-2720
Optimum
Next Best Plan
Optimum logo
Monthly price
$85.00/mo.
Download speed
Up to 940 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
Cable
Call to order
(844) 451-2720

Most available internet providers in Lamar, MO

The most available ISPs in Lamar are Windstream and T-Mobile which serve 100% of the area.

Satellite and 5G home internet are available in nearly 99% of the country, so if cable or fiber internet isn't available at your Lamar address, you probably can connect to another internet type.

Most available plans

Windstream
Most Available Plan
Windstream logo
Monthly price
$39.99/mo.
Download speed
1,000 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
DSL
Call to order
(844) 451-2720
T-Mobile
Next Best Plan
T-Mobile logo
Monthly price
$40.00/mo.
Download speed
245 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
Fixed wireless
Call to order
(844) 451-2720

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Compare top internet services in Lamar, MO

  • Optimum
    Speeds up to
    940 Mbps
    Contract length
    12 mos.
    Connection type
    Cable
    Rating
    Average
    Plan cost
    $45 - $85/mo.
    Give us a call
  • EarthLink 5G
    Speeds up to
    100 Mbps
    Contract length
    None
    Connection type
    Wireless
    Rating
    Moderate
    Plan cost
    $69.95 - $89.95/mo.
    Give us a call

Lamar internet FAQs

What's the cheapest internet provider in Lamar?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet plan in Lamar with plans starting at $39.99/mo. for 500 Mbps.

T-Mobile also offers cheap plans starting at $40.00/mo. for 245 Mbps.

At $0.08 per Mbps the Kinetic Internet 500 Mbps plan from Windstream gives you the most value for your dollar.
Two of the fastest plans available in Lamar are from Windstream and Optimum. There may also be local broadband providers that service your address with faster speeds.
In most cases, your initial cost of buying a modem and router pays for itself within a year. Rental equipment fees from internet providers are usually around $10/mo. and you can buy combination modem/routers (gateways) for under $100. If you want to avoid a monthly fee from your ISP, buying your router is the way to go. If you need support for your equipment, rent it from your ISP and you’ll have access to technical support. See our full guide on whether you should rent or buy internet equipment.
Once you have compared and chosen an internet provider, you often have the choice to install your internet yourself or have the ISP send a tech to your address. If you install it yourself, the ISP will provide you with a step-by-step guide to connect their equipment to yours and set up your Wi-Fi access. If you choose professional installation, all you’ll have to do is schedule an appointment with your ISP and they’ll take care of everything.
When choosing an internet service provider, it’s important to consider technology types. Fiber internet is the fastest and most reliable internet technology type since it provides symmetrical download and upload speeds, but it’s not the most widely available type of internet. We recommend fiber if it’s available at your address, but if not, you have other options.

Cable internet is a common internet type and the best alternative to fiber internet. It offers fast, reliable speeds and is more widely available than fiber. Satellite internet is a great choice if you live in a rural area and other internet technologies aren’t an option.

5G internet, or fixed wireless internet, is another internet technology type to consider. 5G home internet isn’t always as fast as cable or fiber plans, but some providers like T-Mobile are expanding rapidly to offer 5G home internet service to most of the country and can reach speeds up to 245 Mbps.

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