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Internet Providers in Billings, Montana

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Home Internet in Billings, MT
  • Provider
    • Spectrum
    • CenturyLink
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • TDS Telecom
    • XNET WiFi
    • Rural 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
    Availability: 87.8%
  • 2. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 86.2%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. 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: 20.1%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 29.9%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • TDS Telecom
    Speeds Up To
    8 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 10.4%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 20.1%
  • Rural Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    60 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 78.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Billings, MT

Residents of Billings, Montana seeking internet service should consider Spectrum if available. Spectrum covers 87.80% of the city with a cable connection, offering maximum download speeds of up to 1 Gbps. With a starting price of $49.99 per month, Spectrum delivers high-speed service, ideal for streaming and gaming.

CenturyLink stands as another solid choice in Billings. Although its DSL connection covers only 37.50% of the city, it remains a viable option for many. CenturyLink provides maximum download speeds of up to 80 Mbps and starts at $55 per month. While not as fast as Spectrum, it adequately supports daily internet needs.

Billings' overall internet coverage includes 36% DSL, 8% cable, 88% fiber, 88% fixed wireless, and 100% satellite. Spectrum offers wider accessibility and higher speeds, while CenturyLink serves as a practical alternative where Spectrum isn't available.

Best Internet Providers in Billings, MT

Billings residents have multiple internet providers to choose from, but two stand out: Spectrum and CenturyLink. Spectrum is the best option, as it specializes in bundles — which are usually a better value than internet-only plans from other providers. Spectrum’s bundles start at just $30 per month for 12 months, and its cable network is capable of reaching download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary).

CenturyLink’s fiber network offers symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 940 Mbps. It’s a great choice if you’re in Billings and internet speed is your top priority. CenturyLink’s internet-only plans start at $50 per month, although faster speeds may cost extra.

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
  • Viasat
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • CenturyLink
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • TDS Telecom
87.79%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Billings, Montana

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 Billings, MT

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Billings, MT
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
35.85%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
88.02%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
7.9799999999999995%

Internet Providers in Billings, MT

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
CenturyLink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Viasat Internet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
TDS Telecom $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 8 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Rural Broadband $49.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 60 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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