Who is our top ranked provider in Manchester KY? [Updated]

Best Manchester Internet Service Providers

Manchester, KY has a total of 5 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 5 internet service options in Manchester. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Manchester is Windstream. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Windstream	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	97.9%
2	Peoples Rural	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	67.6%
3	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	16.5%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Manchester KY Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Manchester have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Manchester are compared to Clay County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Kentucky overall?
Average download speeds in Manchester of 30.63 Mbps are faster than the Clay County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Kentucky.

Manchester Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Clay County is 18.88 Mbps based upon 133328 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Manchester is 6.21 Mbps. This is 13% slower than the average in Kentucky and 46.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Manchester is 62.2% faster than the Clay County average and 5.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Manchester is 6.21 Mbps. This is 46.1% faster than the Clay County average and 46.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 69.7% of Clay County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 45.1% of Clay County residents

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Manchester residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Windstream as the top provider for Manchester, Kentucky.

How do the internet speeds in Manchester compare to other cities in Kentucky?

Click through to see how the Manchester broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Crittenden, Dawson Springs, Florence, Jackson, Maysville, Oakbrook, Pewee Valley

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Manchester, Kentucky?

The following zip codes were used: 40962

Who has the fastest internet service in Manchester?

Windstream and Peoples Rural with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Manchester.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Manchester - Windstream.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Manchester Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.