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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Idaho
The best internet provider in Idaho is T-Mobile based on feedback in our annual customer satisfaction survey. It ranks best in nearly every category except in reliability where Verizon takes the top spot. Sparklight ranks in the top half of our charts for overall satisfaction, speed, reliability, and customer service. CenturyLink sits mostly in the bottom half of every category except for price, where it ranks far better than Sparklight.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in Idaho.
That ranks Idaho 23rd nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Idaho
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
23rd
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$64.88 average price per payment for internet, per household
89.7% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.8/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
1,839,106 people
2.66 average people per household
$55,336 average income per household
44 average age per household
54% of population employed
4% higher than national average
Ranked 13th nationally
25% higher than national average
Ranked 30th nationally
14% higher than national average
Ranked 14th nationally
3% higher than national average
Ranked 27th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Idaho
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Fiber | 331.23 Mbps | 267.04 Mbps | 60.99% | View Plans for Google Fiber |
| TDS Telecom | 245.77 Mbps | 193.14 Mbps | 85.74% | View Plans for TDS Telecom |
| Sparklight | 203.83 Mbps | 23.27 Mbps | 77.37% | View Plans for Sparklight |
| Cox Communications | 194.27 Mbps | 25.03 Mbps | 99% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| Spectrum | 191.08 Mbps | 15.2 Mbps | 47.18% | View Plans for Spectrum |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Satellite | 253.55 Mbps | 99.4% | 98.24% | See all providers for Satellite |
| Fixed Wireless | 42.86 Mbps | 96.44% | 84.99% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| Fiber | 9503.97 Mbps | 87.72% | 77.51% | See all providers for Fiber |
| DSL | 49.68 Mbps | 43.06% | 64.87% | See all providers for DSL |
| Cable | 995.74 Mbps | 90.34% | 75.49% | See all providers for Cable |
| 5G Home | 372.5 Mbps | 93.45% | 48.82% | See all providers for 5G Home |
Best cities for internet in Idaho
Cities in Idaho with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Falls | 229.76 Mbps | 124.11 Mbps | 87% | Ziply Fiber |
| Pocatello | 193.47 Mbps | 99.88 Mbps | 56% | Google Fiber |
| Lewiston | 193.41 Mbps | 26.13 Mbps | 70% | AirBridge Broadband |
| Coeur d'Alene | 190.88 Mbps | 85.74 Mbps | 71% | Ziply Fiber |
| Twin Falls | 187.59 Mbps | 76.48 Mbps | 67% | TDS Telecom |
| Hayden | 183.13 Mbps | 20.4 Mbps | 81% | Spectrum |
| Star | 182.92 Mbps | 69.05 Mbps | 68% | Sparklight |
| Kuna | 180.08 Mbps | 34.82 Mbps | 71% | CenturyLink |
Post Falls is the best city in Idaho for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Pocatello and Lewiston also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Idaho
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise | 234,192 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Caldwell | 61,212 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Lucile | 111 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Nampa | 102,598 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Twin Falls | 52,315 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Coeur d'Alene | 54,599 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Coeur D Alene | 31,015 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Emmett | 7,694 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Boise is the most internet-connected city in Idaho. Boise makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Boise's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Caldwell and Lucile also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Idaho
Boise
Population: 234,192
Median income: $74,356
173.2 Mbps
avg. download speed
44.57 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Meridian
Population: 119,872
Median income: $85,261
157.3 Mbps
avg. download speed
50.15 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Nampa
Population: 102,598
Median income: $59,208
183.58 Mbps
avg. download speed
83.93 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
