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Internet Providers in Palmer, Alaska

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Home Internet in Palmer, AK

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. GCI
    Speeds Up To
    2.5 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 60.5%
  • 4. Matanuska Telephone Association
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 83.5%
  • 5. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Palmer, AK

In Palmer, Alaska, Matanuska Telephone Association ranks as the top internet provider. Offering both DSL and fiber connections, Matanuska provides a maximum download speed of 1 Gbps. Their coverage extends to 78% of Palmer, making them a reliable choice for many residents. However, pricing information is not provided, so potential customers should reach out directly to the provider for this detail.

Another excellent option in Palmer is GCI Communication. This provider offers a cable connection with a maximum download speed of 2 Gbps. With coverage reaching 61% of the city, they are another solid choice for many households and businesses in Palmer. The starting price per month for their services is $84.99, which might be on the higher side, but considering their high-speed offering, it can be considered good value, especially for heavy internet users such as gamers or streamers.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • HughesNet
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • GCI
  • Matanuska Telephone Association
83.5%

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Provider Connection Types in Palmer, AK

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Palmer, AK
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
78.23%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
60.72%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
14.52%

List of Internet Providers in Palmer, AK

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 25 Mbps
GCI Cable 2.5 Gbps
Matanuska Telephone Association DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Palmer, AK

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
GCI Communication $89.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2.5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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