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Internet Providers in Traverse City, Michigan

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Home Internet in Traverse City, MI
  • Provider
    • Spectrum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • AT&T
    • XNET WiFi
    • 186networks
    • Michigan Broadband
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 88%
    Traverse City speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 48.2%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 18.6%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 23.1%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Connection: IPBB
    Availability: 22.2%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 48.2%
  • 186networks
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 38.2%
  • Michigan Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 5.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Traverse City, MI

The top three internet providers in Traverse City, Michigan, are Spectrum, Viasat, and EarthLink 5G Home Internet.

Spectrum tops the list, offering cable internet with download speeds up to 1 Gbps. Their services start at $49.99 per month and cover 88% of the city. Spectrum's expansive coverage and high speeds suit streaming, gaming, and remote work.

Viasat ranks second, providing satellite internet with 100% city coverage. Although its top download speed is 150 Mbps, Viasat ensures everyone in Traverse City has internet access. At $99.99 per month, it's pricier but guarantees availability, especially in hard-to-reach areas.

EarthLink 5G Home Internet holds third place. It offers a budget-friendly starting price of $39.95 per month and a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps. Covering 18.60% of the city, its 5G internet is ideal for those within its reach seeking an affordable, modern connection.

Traverse City's internet needs are well-supported by these providers, each offering different connection types and coverage.

Best Internet Providers in Traverse City, MI

Spectrum and T-Mobile 5G Home Internet are the top internet providers in Traverse City. Spectrum is the better choice overall, as it provides download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). With plans starting at $50 per month for 12 months, customers will be able to experience Spectrum’s reliable coverage across 88.1 percent of the city.

For Traverse City residents looking for an alternative to traditional wired internet providers, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet has expanded to cover 99.8 percent of the city limits. While the speeds are significantly lower than Spectrum’s, at between 33 and 182 Mbps, they could be plenty for most households at just a fraction of Spectrum’s cost.

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
  • AT&T
22.189999999999998%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • 186networks
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • Michigan Broadband
88.05%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Traverse City, Michigan

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Traverse City, MI

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Traverse City, MI
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
9.09%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
90.21000000000001%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
9.99%

Internet Providers in Traverse City, MI

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps IPBB
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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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