Who is our top ranked provider in Rawlins WY? [Updated]

Best Rawlins Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Rawlins, 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 Rawlins 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
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.0%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	Visionary Communications	wireless	50 Mbps	5 Mbps	17.1%

Rawlins WY 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 Rawlins of 6.06 Mbps are faster than the Carbon County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Wyoming.

Rawlins Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Rawlins is 91.9% faster than the average in Wyoming and 30.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 24.2% of the Carbon County population
The average internet download speed in Rawlins is 42.25 Mbps based upon 13560 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.0% of the Rawlins population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Rawlins residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Rawlins, WY providing service to at least 15% of the city

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 Rawlins 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 Rawlins, Wyoming.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Rawlins, Wyoming?

The following zip codes were used: 82301 and 82334

How do the internet speeds in Rawlins compare to other cities in Wyoming?

Click through to see how the Rawlins broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Kemmerer, Rafter J Ranch, Rawlins, Sheridan, Upton, Worland, Wright

Who has the fastest internet service in Rawlins?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Rawlins.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Rawlins, Wyoming.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Rawlins, WY residents.

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.

Rawlins 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.