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Internet Providers in Columbus, Nebraska

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Home Internet in Columbus, NE
  • Provider
    • Spectrum
    • Quantum Fiber
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Rise Broadband
    • Hughesnet
    • Frontier
    • XNET WiFi
    • Allo
    • Viaero Wireless
    • Vyve Broadband
    • Nextlink Internet
    • UScellular
    • Stealth 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: 68.6%
  • 2. Quantum Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    8 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 30.4%
    Columbus speed tests confirm high speeds for Quantum Fiber
  • 3. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 12.1%
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. 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: 73.2%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 49.2%
  • 7. Rise Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 65.8%
  • 8. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 9. Frontier
    Call For Details: (855) 915-4111
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 84.8%
  • 10. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 12.1%
  • 11. Allo
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 86.8%
  • 12. Viaero Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 6.8%
  • 13. Vyve Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 13.4%
  • Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 91.1%
  • UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 70.1%
  • Stealth Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 31.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Columbus, NE

Spectrum often stands out as a top choice for Columbus, Nebraska residents seeking reliable internet. Offering cable connections with speeds up to 1 Gbps, it's ideal for high-bandwidth households. For $49.99 per month, Spectrum provides a compelling option for speed enthusiasts. With 68.60% coverage in Columbus, many residents can benefit.

Frontier presents a solid alternative with its DSL connections. Covering 84.80% of Columbus, Frontier offers speeds up to 115 Mbps, starting at $64.99 per month. This makes it a reasonable option for those outside Spectrum’s coverage.

Columbus enjoys diverse internet infrastructure: 54% DSL, 82% cable, 78% fiber, and 100% fixed wireless and satellite. Residents have various choices, with Spectrum and Frontier serving different needs.

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
  • Viaero Wireless
  • UScellular
70.08%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • Frontier
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • Quantum Fiber
  • Allo
  • Vyve Broadband
  • Stealth Broadband
86.83%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Columbus, Nebraska

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 Columbus, NE

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbus, NE
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
53.910000000000004%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
77.95%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
82.09%

Internet Providers in Columbus, NE

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
Quantum Fiber $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 8 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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
Rise Broadband $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Frontier $64.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 115 Mbps DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Allo Communications $69/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Viaero Wireless $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Vyve Broadband $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Nextlink Internet $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Stealth Broadband $49.95/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

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