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

Wheatland, WY High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Wheatland, 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 Wheatland 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	Vyve Broadband Investments	Cable	300 Mbps	15 Mbps	95.2%
2	Visionary Communications	Fiber, wireless	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	18.9%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Wheatland 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Wheatland compare to Platte County? The average speed in Wheatland is 19.02 Mbps which is faster than Platte County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Wyoming average of 22.02 Mbps.

Wheatland Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Wheatland is 3.48 Mbps. This is 27.5% slower than the average in Wyoming and 70% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Wheatland is 45.6% faster than the Platte County average and 41.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Wheatland is 3.48 Mbps. This is 45.6% faster than the Platte County average and 70% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 57.8% of Platte County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 13.6% of Platte County residents
The average internet download speed in Platte County is 13.06 Mbps based upon 7480 samples taken in the past year

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 Wheatland 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 Vyve Broadband Investments as the top provider for Wheatland, Wyoming.

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

Click through to see how the Wheatland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Antelope Valley Crestview, Basin, North Rock Springs, Pinedale, Powell, Sleepy Hollow, Worland

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 Wheatland, Wyoming?

The following zip codes were used: 82201

Who has the fastest internet service in Wheatland?

Visionary Communications with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Wheatland.

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 Wheatland, 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.

Wheatland 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.