Fairbury, Nebraska Broadband Internet Service
Fairbury, 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 Fairbury. 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 Fairbury is Windstream. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Windstream | DSL, Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 98.7% |
2 | Spectrum | Cable | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Fairbury 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
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Fairbury are compared to Jefferson County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Nebraska overall?
Average download speeds in Fairbury of 59.58 Mbps are faster than the Jefferson County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Nebraska.
Fairbury Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Fairbury is 133% faster than the Jefferson County average and 83.9% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Fairbury is 9.1 Mbps. This is 55% faster than the Jefferson County average and 21.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 40.0% of Jefferson County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 43.7% of Jefferson County residents
The average internet download speed in Jefferson County is 25.57 Mbps based upon 9240 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Fairbury is 143.1% faster than the average in Nebraska and 83.9% 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 Fairbury 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 Windstream as the top provider for Fairbury, Nebraska.
Who has the fastest internet service in Fairbury?
Windstream with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Fairbury.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Fairbury, Nebraska?
The following zip codes were used: 68352
How do the internet speeds in Fairbury compare to other cities in Nebraska?
Click through to see how the Fairbury broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ashland, Bayard, Bridgeport, Gordon, Minden, Omaha, Scottsbluff
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Fairbury - Windstream.
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.
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Fairbury, Nebraska?
Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Fairbury.
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.
Fairbury 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

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