Richland, Nebraska Broadband Internet Service
Richland, NE has a total of 6 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 6 internet service options in Richland. 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 Richland is LTD Broadband. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | LTD Broadband | wireless | 250 Mbps | 250 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Vyve Broadband Investments | Cable | 100 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 96.1% |
3 | Rise Broadband | wireless | 25 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | Future Technologies | wireless | 25 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 100.0% |
5 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
6 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Richland NE Internet Access Options
More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Richland which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
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 Richland of 7.19 Mbps are slower than the Saunders County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Nebraska.
Richland Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Richland is 24.7% faster than the Saunders County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Richland is 7.19 Mbps. This is 3.2% slower than the Saunders County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 41.9% of Saunders County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 41.3% of Saunders County residents
The average internet download speed in Saunders County is 25.91 Mbps based upon 30928 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Richland is 31.8% faster than the average in Nebraska and 0.3% 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 Richland 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 LTD Broadband as the top provider for Richland, Nebraska.
Who has the fastest internet service in Richland?
LTD Broadband with a download speed of 250 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Richland.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Richland, Nebraska?
The following zip codes were used: 68017, 68033, 68066 and 68601
How do the internet speeds in Richland compare to other cities in Nebraska?
Click through to see how the Richland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Broken Bow, Elm Creek, Fort Calhoun, Gering, Lexington, Oakland, Waverly
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Richland, Nebraska population.
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 Richland, Nebraska?
LTD Broadband, Rise Broadband and Future Technologies provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Richland.
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.
Richland 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