Who is our top ranked provider in Deer Lodge MT? [Updated]

Best Deer Lodge Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 3 choices for service in Deer Lodge, MT that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Deer Lodge by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.8%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Deer Lodge MT 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 Deer Lodge of 4.89 Mbps are slower than the Powell County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Montana.

Deer Lodge Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Deer Lodge is 56.5% faster than the Powell County average and 4.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Deer Lodge is 4.89 Mbps. This is 14.1% slower than the Powell County average and 57.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 50.2% of Powell County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Powell County residents
The average internet download speed in Powell County is 21.58 Mbps based upon 1824 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Deer Lodge is 110.9% faster than the average in Montana and 4.3% faster 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 Deer Lodge 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Deer Lodge, Montana.

How do the internet speeds in Deer Lodge compare to other cities in Montana?

Click through to see how the Deer Lodge broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Absarokee, Choteau, East Helena, Helena West Side, Lockwood, Lolo, Miles City

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Deer Lodge, Montana?

The following zip codes were used: 59722

Who has the fastest internet service in Deer Lodge?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Deer Lodge.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Deer Lodge, Montana.

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.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 3 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Deer Lodge, MT residents.

Deer Lodge 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.