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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Alaska
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from customers in Alaska.
That ranks Alaska 49th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Alaska
3.5/5 average customer satisfaction rating
49th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$103.73 average price per payment for internet, per household
80.4% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.4/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.5/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
720,763 people
2.74 average people per household
$61,046 average income per household
39 average age per household
53% of population employed
2% lower than national average
Ranked 41st nationally
70% lower than national average
Ranked 51st nationally
20% higher than national average
Ranked 9th nationally
12% lower than national average
Ranked 48th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Alaska
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Communications | 16.83 Mbps | 15.04 Mbps | 66.94% | View Plans for Alaska Communications |
| ViaSat | 4.14 Mbps | 2.43 Mbps | 100% |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cable | 9.83 Mbps | 0.43% | 92.98% | See all providers |
| DSL | 63.29 Mbps | 81.36% | 80.35% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 872.14 Mbps | 22.67% | 96.36% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 116.5 Mbps | 59% | 81.56% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 7.24% | 99% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in Alaska
Cities in Alaska with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle River | 119.65 Mbps | 20.78 Mbps | 100% | TelAlaska |
| Anchorage | 85.4 Mbps | 28.01 Mbps | 100% | AT&T |
| Fairbanks | 75.5 Mbps | 25.14 Mbps | 99% | SPITwSPOTS LLC |
| Wasilla | 56.42 Mbps | 14.8 Mbps | 100% | Alaska Communications |
Eagle River is the best city in Alaska for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Anchorage and Fairbanks also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Alaska
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 291,836 | 24% | 12% | 100% |
| Wasilla | 64,062 | 64% | 64% | 100% |
Anchorage is the most internet-connected city in Alaska. Anchorage makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Anchorage's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Wasilla also makes it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Alaska
Anchorage
Population: 291,836
Median income: $93,674
85.4 Mbps
avg. download speed
28.01 Mbps
avg. upload speed
23.78% have access to high speed internet
11.99% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Wasilla
Population: 64,062
Median income: $81,401
56.42 Mbps
avg. download speed
14.8 Mbps
avg. upload speed
81.43% have access to high speed internet
81.43% have access to fiber internet
81.44% have access to 3 or more providers
Eagle River
Population: 28,462
Median income: $121,694
119.65 Mbps
avg. download speed
20.78 Mbps
avg. upload speed
90.55% have access to high speed internet
90.55% have access to fiber internet
90.55% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.