Helena Valley Southeast, Montana Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Helena Valley Southeast, 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 Helena Valley Southeast 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
1The Montana InternetFiber, wireless1000 Mbps1000 Mbps100.0%
2SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps98.2%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber100 Mbps50 Mbps24.1%
6SS Ventureswireless30 Mbps5 Mbps22.8%
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Helena Valley Southeast 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.

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Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Helena Valley Southeast are compared to Lewis and Clark County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Montana overall?
Average download speeds in Helena Valley Southeast of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Lewis and Clark County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Montana.

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Helena Valley Southeast Internet Access Facts

  • Cable internet is available to 93.6% of the Helena Valley Southeast population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 14.6% of Helena Valley Southeast residents

  • There are 6 residential internet providers in Helena Valley Southeast, MT providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in Helena Valley Southeast is 104.9% faster than the Lewis and Clark County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average internet download speed in Helena Valley Southeast is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Helena Valley Southeast residents

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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 Helena Valley Southeast 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 The Montana Internet as the top provider for Helena Valley Southeast, Montana.

Who has the fastest internet service in Helena Valley Southeast?

The Montana Internet with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Helena Valley Southeast.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Helena Valley Southeast, Montana?

The following zip codes were used: 59602, 59604 and 59635

How do the internet speeds in Helena Valley Southeast compare to other cities in Montana?

Click through to see how the Helena Valley Southeast broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ashland, Frenchtown, Glasgow, Malta, Ronan, Sidney, Whitehall

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Helena Valley Southeast, Montana?

The Montana Internet provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Helena Valley Southeast.

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 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 internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Helena Valley Southeast internet service.

Speed Devices Typical Usage
25+ Mbps1-2 devicesWeb browsing
Music streaming
HD video streaming
100+ Mbps3-5 devicesVideo conferencing
4K video streaming
Online gaming
1000+ Mbps6+ devicesMultiple video or 4K streams
Zero latency gaming

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Helena Valley Southeast - CenturyLink.

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.




Helena Valley Southeast 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.


Spectrum

  • 125+ channels
  • Flexible packages
  • 85,000 OnDemand titles
  • All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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