Who is our top ranked provider in Fernley NV? [Updated]

Best Fernley Internet Service Providers

There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Fernley, Nevada and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Fernley:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	95.1%
2	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	32.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	Preferred Networks	wireless	25 Mbps	5 Mbps	45.2%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Fernley NV Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Fernley have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Fernley are compared to Lyon County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Nevada overall?
Average download speeds in Fernley of 22.18 Mbps are faster than the Lyon County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Nevada.

Fernley Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Fernley is 85.9% faster than the Lyon County average and 31.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Fernley is 3.54 Mbps. This is 27.3% faster than the Lyon County average and 69.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 75.7% of Lyon County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 15.4% of Lyon County residents
The average internet download speed in Lyon County is 11.93 Mbps based upon 106488 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Fernley is 5.7% faster than the average in Nevada and 31.5% 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 Fernley 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 Fernley, Nevada.

Who has the fastest internet service in Fernley?

AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Fernley.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Fernley, Nevada?

The following zip codes were used: 89408

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

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

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Fernley compare to other cities in Nevada?

Click through to see how the Fernley broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Carlin, Indian Hills, Moapa Town, Moapa Valley, Paradise, Sandy Valley, Silver Springs

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Fernley - AT&T.

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 Fernley, Nevada?

Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 95.1% of Fernley.

Fernley 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.