Internet Service Providers in Hawaii
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Hawaii Internet Coverage & Availability in 2026
Hawaii Internet Facts in 2026
Hawaii's Internet Ranking
Hawaii currently ranks 47th among states in BroadbandNow’s annual rankings of internet coverage, speed and availability.
Access to Wired or Fixed Wireless Broadband: 95.2%
This means that roughly zero in ten Hawaii residents are not able to purchase an internet plan of at least 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload.
Access to Wired Low-Priced Broadband Plan: 95.1%
This means that nearly zero in ten residents are not able to purchase broadband at a price of $60/month or less (excluding promotions and government programs).
Access to Fiber-Optic Service: 74.6%
This means that three in ten residents are unable to purchase a fiber internet plan.
Number of Internet Providers in Hawaii: 11
The U.S. has more than 2,877 internet service providers, with most covering very small areas. It is worth searching by zip code to see who is available in your town.
At BroadbandNow, we advocate for a definition of broadband internet to be at least 100 Mbps, as opposed to the FCC definition of 25 Mbps, which would be considered slow for many internet-intensive activities.
In Hawaii, 92.8% of households have access to 1 Gbps wired or fixed wireless broadband, ranking 8th among all states.
2026 Hawaii Broadband Market Analysis
Hawaii ranks #47 nationwide (slipping 4 spots from 2025) in BroadbandNow’s 2026 Best and Worst States for Broadband report, earning an overall grade of D (Score: 66.66/100). The state’s standing is anchored by fundamental prerequisite connectivity, with 95.2% of residents having access to basic wired or fixed wireless broadband and 95.1% covered by affordable low-priced plans. Physical network architecture across the state features a 74.6% fiber-optic availability rate, which directly influences overall consumer reliability and quality scores.
In our evaluation of over 160 million speed tests, Hawaii demonstrated network responsiveness with a median round-trip latency of 98.81 ms alongside median download speeds reaching 86.5 Mbps and upload speeds of 16.3 Mbps. Real-world network performance reveals noticeable variations between leading urban corridors and surrounding communities. In major metropolitan centers like Honolulu, municipal performance earns a national ranking of #146 (Grade D+), supported by a 88.6% fiber footprint and median download speeds of 71.4 Mbps.
Outside of primary metropolitan centers, surrounding suburban and rural communities frequently encounter lower fiber density and more limited provider tier options. Because infrastructure quality, plan pricing, and fiber availability shift dramatically from city to city across Hawaii, checking address-level provider coverage remains essential for remote workers, competitive gamers, and everyday households.
Internet Coverage by Demographic in Hawaii
Individuals or households with no internet access by characteristic (includes broadband and non-broadband packages)
Percentage of households with and without any type of internet access
- With: 95.8%
- Without: 4.2%
Type of internet connection
- Dialup only: <1%
- Broadband of any type: 93%
- Cellular data only: 11.4%
- Satellite: 4.7%
Age
- <18: 1.9%
- 18-64: 4.2%
- 65+ adults: 9.9%
Household Income
- <$20,000: 17.4%
- $20,000-$74,999: 10.3%
- $75,000+: 3.8%
Race
- Black: 0%
- Native American/Alaska Native: 0%
- Asian: 5.7%
- Mixed race: 3.2%
- Hispanic or Latino: 4.4%
- White: 5.5%
Employment Status
- Employed: 3.9%
- Unemployed: 6.9%
Educational Attainment
- Less than high school: 10.8%
- HS grad, some college or associate's: 6.6%
- Bachelor's degree: 3.9%
Internet Providers in Hawaii
Compare internet providers, maximum speeds, connection types, statewide availability, and ratings.
| Provider | Max. Download Speed | Connection | Availability | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | 2 Gbps | Cable, Fiber | 92.0% | View Plans | |
| Hawaiian Telcom | 2.85 Gbps | Fiber | 77.3% | View Plans | |
| T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | 415 Mbps | Fixed Wireless | 60.4% | View Plans | |
| Mint Mobile | 415 Mbps | Fixed Wireless | 56.3% | View Plans | |
| XNET WiFi | 2 Gbps | Fixed Wireless | 51.5% | View Plans | |
| AT&T Internet Air | 300 Mbps | Fixed Wireless | 35.7% | View Plans | |
| Hawaiian Telcom | 25 Mbps | DSL | 7.9% | View Plans | |
| Verizon 5G Home Internet | 50 Mbps | Fixed Wireless | 0.0% | View Plans | |
| Sandwich Isles Communications | 200 Mbps | Fiber, DSL | 0.0% | View Plans | |
| Xiber Hawaii | 1 Gbps | Fiber | 0.0% | View Plans |
Internet Providers By City in Hawaii
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| Aiea | 94.4% | 10 providers |
| Anahola | 96.2% | 8 providers |
| Captain Cook | 98.9% | 9 providers |
| Eleele | 99.2% | 9 providers |
| Ewa Beach | 86.7% | 11 providers |
| Haiku | 97.8% | 9 providers |
| Hakalau | 68.5% | 5 providers |
| Haleiwa | 97.3% | 10 providers |
| Hana | 95.5% | 4 providers |
| Hanalei | 97.3% | 6 providers |
| Hanapepe | 95.7% | 8 providers |
| Hauula | 97.3% | 9 providers |
| Hawi | 97.2% | 9 providers |
| Hilo | 96.3% | 10 providers |
| Holualoa | 99.6% | 9 providers |
| Honaunau | 100.0% | 4 providers |
| Honokaa | 97.0% | 9 providers |
| Honolulu | 89.9% | 11 providers |
| Hoolehua | 48.2% | 7 providers |
| Kaaawa | 89.7% | 8 providers |
| Kahuku | 80.2% | 9 providers |
| Kahului | 99.1% | 10 providers |
| Kailua | 85.8% | 10 providers |
| Kailua Kona | 99.1% | 11 providers |
| Kalaheo | 99.3% | 9 providers |
| Kamuela | 95.0% | 10 providers |
| Kaneohe | 97.4% | 10 providers |
| Kapaa | 99.3% | 10 providers |
| Kapaau | 93.7% | 8 providers |
| Kapolei | 94.1% | 12 providers |
| Kaunakakai | 95.9% | 7 providers |
| Keaau | 97.6% | 9 providers |
| Kealakekua | 100.0% | 8 providers |
| Kekaha | 95.3% | 9 providers |
| Kihei | 99.9% | 10 providers |
| Kilauea | 97.6% | 6 providers |
| Koloa | 98.1% | 8 providers |
| Kualapuu | 98.1% | 4 providers |
| Kula | 96.9% | 8 providers |
| Kurtistown | 76.6% | 9 providers |
| Lahaina | 99.0% | 9 providers |
| Laie | 78.6% | 9 providers |
| Lanai City | 95.3% | 8 providers |
| Lawai | 100.0% | 5 providers |
| Lihue | 97.4% | 11 providers |
| Makawao | 99.1% | 9 providers |
| Maunaloa | 83.3% | 4 providers |
| Mililani | 95.7% | 10 providers |
| Mountain View | 90.0% | 9 providers |
| Naalehu | 89.8% | 8 providers |
| Ocean View | 86.3% | 7 providers |
| Paauilo | 68.8% | 7 providers |
| Pahala | 96.1% | 8 providers |
| Pahoa | 81.9% | 8 providers |
| Paia | 98.8% | 8 providers |
| Papaaloa | 85.4% | 6 providers |
| Pearl City | 88.8% | 10 providers |
| Pepeekeo | 94.1% | 8 providers |
| Princeville | 97.6% | 9 providers |
| Volcano | 88.7% | 8 providers |
| Wahiawa | 57.6% | 10 providers |
| Waialua | 90.2% | 9 providers |
| Waianae | 87.9% | 10 providers |
| Waikoloa | 99.6% | 9 providers |
| Wailuku | 99.5% | 11 providers |
| Waimanalo | 92.4% | 10 providers |
| Waimea | 96.8% | 9 providers |
| Waipahu | 98.7% | 13 providers |