North Rock Springs, WY High Speed Internet Service
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in North Rock Springs, WY 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 North Rock Springs 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 |
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1 | LR Communications | wireless | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | All West Communications | Cable | 300 Mbps | 30 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | CenturyLink | DSL, Fiber | 140 Mbps | 40 Mbps | 84.1% |
4 | Visionary Communications | wireless | 50 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 57.4% |
5 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
6 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
North Rock Springs WY 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 North Rock Springs 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
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 North Rock Springs of 7.19 Mbps are faster than the Sweetwater County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Wyoming.
North Rock Springs Internet Access Facts
The average upload speed in North Rock Springs is 7.19 Mbps. This is 192.3% faster than the Sweetwater County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 90.4% of Sweetwater County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 6.9% of Sweetwater County residents
The average internet download speed in Sweetwater County is 12.58 Mbps based upon 112344 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in North Rock Springs is 46.7% faster than the average in Wyoming and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in North Rock Springs is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
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 North Rock Springs 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 LR Communications as the top provider for North Rock Springs, Wyoming.
Who has the fastest internet service in North Rock Springs?
LR Communications with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in North Rock Springs.
How do the internet speeds in North Rock Springs compare to other cities in Wyoming?
Click through to see how the North Rock Springs broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Afton, Casper, Clearview Acres, Fox Farm College, Hoback, Pinedale, Sheridan
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in North Rock Springs, Wyoming?
LR Communications and All West Communications provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of North Rock Springs.
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 6 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of North Rock Springs, WY 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 North Rock Springs, Wyoming?
The following zip codes were used: 82901
North Rock Springs 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