Best Broken Bow Internet Service Providers
Broken Bow, NE has a total of 4 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 4 internet service options in Broken Bow. 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 Broken Bow is Great Plains Communications. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Great Plains Communications | Cable | 1000 Mbps | 25 Mbps | 95.5% |
2 | CenturyLink | DSL, Fiber | 80 Mbps | 20 Mbps | 54.6% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Broken Bow NE 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 Broken Bow of 4.35 Mbps are faster than the Custer County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Nebraska.
Broken Bow Internet Access Facts
Fiber optic internet is available to 10.9% of Broken Bow residents
The average internet download speed in Custer County is 17.74 Mbps based upon 10016 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Broken Bow is 4.35 Mbps. This is 31.5% slower than the average in Nebraska and 62.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Broken Bow is 93.4% faster than the Custer County average and 5.9% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Broken Bow is 4.35 Mbps. This is 45.5% faster than the Custer County average and 62.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 31.9% of Custer County 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 Broken Bow 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 Great Plains Communications as the top provider for Broken Bow, Nebraska.
How do the internet speeds in Broken Bow compare to other cities in Nebraska?
Click through to see how the Broken Bow broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Albion, Alma, Arlington, Bennington, Crete, Laurel, Stanton
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Broken Bow, 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.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Broken Bow, Nebraska?
The following zip codes were used: 68822
Who has the fastest internet service in Broken Bow?
Great Plains Communications with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Broken Bow.
Broken Bow 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.
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
Sling
- 50+ channels
- 50 hours of DVR storage
- No annual contracts
- Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices