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Internet Providers in Columbia Falls, Montana

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    • CenturyLink
    • Spectrum
    • HughesNet
    • Bullitt Communications
    • MontanaSky Networks
    • Starlink
    • Verizon
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Home Internet in Columbia Falls, MT

  • 1. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 42.9%
  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 66%
  • 3. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Bullitt Communications
    Speeds Up To
    60 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 6%
  • MontanaSky Networks
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 16.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 59.3%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 26.4%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia Falls, MT

Spectrum dominates as the principal internet service provider in Columbia Falls, Montana. Spectrum's cable connection spans about 67% of the city, making its high-speed internet service – offering a dazzling maximum download speed of 1 Gbps – easily accessible. What's more, the cost is highly competitive with a starting price of just $49.99 per month. For those demanding a fast, reliable internet connection, Spectrum delivers unbeatable value.

Not to be outdone, CenturyLink and Hughesnet also service the digital needs of Columbia Falls. CenturyLink offers both DSL and fiber connections with a coverage hovering at around 41% of the city. It offers an admirable maximum download speed of 100 Mbps starting at a wallet-friendly $30 per month. This modest offering draws a compelling balance between speed and cost.

Meanwhile, satellite internet provider Hughesnet blankets the entire city with its 100% coverage. A starting price of $49.99 per month gets you a maximum download speed of 25 Mbps. Even though its internet speeds don't match those of Spectrum or CenturyLink, Hughesnet's vast range and reliable satellite technology positions it as a solid choice for those in areas where traditional internet modes fall short.

The bottom line? Columbia Falls boasts an impressive array of internet options, with cable, DSL, fiber, and satellite connections ready to meet the diverse wants and needs of its residents.

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
  • Always ON
26.38%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • CenturyLink
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • MontanaSky Networks
66.05%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Columbia Falls, MT

Provider Connection Types in Columbia Falls, MT

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia Falls, MT
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
40.62%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
67.45%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
4.9799999999999995%

List of Internet Providers in Columbia Falls, MT

Provider Type Top Speed
CenturyLink DSL, Fiber 940 Mbps
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Bullitt Communications Fixed Wireless 60 Mbps
MontanaSky Networks Fixed Wireless, Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Columbia Falls, MT

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
CenturyLink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Spectrum $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Bullitt Communications $39/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 60 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
MontanaSky Networks $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 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
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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