Who is our top ranked provider in Badger AK? [Updated]

Badger, AK High Speed Internet Service

There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Badger, Alaska and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Badger:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	GCI Holdings	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	96.0%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	Alaska Communications Systems Holdings	DSL	50 Mbps	20 Mbps	29.8%

Badger AK Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Badger compare to Fairbanks North Star Borough? The average speed in Badger is 32.3 Mbps which is faster than Fairbanks North Star Borough overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Alaska average of 11.98 Mbps.

Badger Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Badger is 17% faster than the Fairbanks North Star Borough average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Badger is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Fiber optic internet is available to 1.9% of Fairbanks North Star Borough residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Badger, AK providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average upload speed in Badger is 7.19 Mbps. This is 17.1% faster than the Fairbanks North Star Borough average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 29.5% of Badger 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 Badger 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 GCI Holdings as the top provider for Badger, Alaska.

Who has the fastest internet service in Badger?

GCI Holdings with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Badger.

How do the internet speeds in Badger compare to other cities in Alaska?

Click through to see how the Badger broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Badger, Farmers Loop, Kodiak, Kodiak Station, Nome, North Pole, Petersburg

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Badger, Alaska?

GCI Holdings provides broadband internet service to 96.0% of Badger.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Badger, AK 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.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Badger, Alaska?

The following zip codes were used: 99705 and 99712

Badger 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.