Who is our top ranked provider in Blair NE? [Updated]

Blair, Nebraska Broadband Internet Service

Blair, NE 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 Blair. 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 Blair is American Broadband Communications. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	American Broadband Communications	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	500 Mbps	100.0%
2	Rise Broadband	wireless	250 Mbps	50 Mbps	100.0%
3	Future Technologies	wireless	100 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Blair NE 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 Blair 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Blair compare to Washington County? The average speed in Blair is 29.42 Mbps which is faster than Washington County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Nebraska average of 24.51 Mbps.

Blair Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Blair is 4.36 Mbps. This is 28.6% faster than the Washington County average and 62.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 0.8% of Washington County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 15.7% of Washington County residents
The average internet download speed in Washington County is 18.23 Mbps based upon 37872 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Blair is 20% faster than the average in Nebraska and 9.2% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Blair is 29.42 Mbps based upon 32024 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Blair 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 American Broadband Communications as the top provider for Blair, Nebraska.

Who has the fastest internet service in Blair?

American Broadband Communications with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Blair.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Blair, Nebraska?

The following zip codes were used: 68008 and 68009

How do the internet speeds in Blair compare to other cities in Nebraska?

Click through to see how the Blair broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Arapahoe, Fullerton, Norfolk, Richland, Shelton, Springfield, Wahoo

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.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Blair, Nebraska?

American Broadband Communications, Rise Broadband and Future Technologies provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Blair.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Blair, NE residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

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.

Blair 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.