Who is our top ranked provider in Challis ID? [Updated]

Best Challis Internet Service Providers

Challis, ID has a total of 3 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 3 internet service options in Challis. 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 Challis is Custer. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Custer	Fiber	1000 Mbps	200 Mbps	100.0%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Challis ID 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

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Challis of 4.25 Mbps are faster than the Custer County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Idaho.

Challis Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 0.5% of Custer County residents
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Challis population
Fiber optic internet is available to 63.1% of Custer County residents
DSL internet is available to 92.4% of Challis residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Challis, ID providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Challis is 19.9% faster than the average in Idaho and 25.7% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Challis 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 Custer as the top provider for Challis, Idaho.

Who has the fastest internet service in Challis?

Custer with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Challis.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Challis, Idaho?

The following zip codes were used: 83226

How do the internet speeds in Challis compare to other cities in Idaho?

Click through to see how the Challis broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aberdeen, Bellevue, Fruitland, Kellogg, Lincoln, Middleton, Sugar City

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

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 Challis, Idaho?

Custer provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Challis.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 3 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Challis, ID 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.

Challis 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.