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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Montana
Montana doesn’t have the fastest internet options available, and that may be because not many residents have access to fiber, the fastest internet you can get. But some cities, like Billings, have access to three or more internet providers to choose from, which offer customers more variety in plans and pricing.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars from customers in Montana.
That ranks Montana 45th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Montana
3.6/5 average customer satisfaction rating
45th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$123.37 average price per payment for internet, per household
88.5% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.6/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
1,084,225 people
2.41 average people per household
$51,733 average income per household
46 average age per household
56% of population employed
1% lower than national average
Ranked 37th nationally
1% lower than national average
Ranked 47th nationally
13% higher than national average
Ranked 31st nationally
2% lower than national average
Ranked 38th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Montana
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Rivers Communications | 279.15 Mbps | 139.23 Mbps | 71.85% | View Plans for Mid-Rivers Communications |
| TDS Telecom | 215.65 Mbps | 175.08 Mbps | 83.29% | View Plans for TDS Telecom |
| Spectrum | 173.16 Mbps | 12.71 Mbps | 48.9% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| Ziply Fiber | 149.83 Mbps | 151.12 Mbps | 91.04% | View Plans for Ziply Fiber |
| MontanaSky West | 145.44 Mbps | 92.19 Mbps | 60.21% | View Plans for MontanaSky West |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Satellite | 181.23 Mbps | 97.29% | 97.03% | See all providers for Satellite |
| Fixed Wireless | 102.84 Mbps | 80% | 85.27% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| Fiber | 1978.62 Mbps | 67.72% | 81.81% | See all providers for Fiber |
| DSL | 46.4 Mbps | 68.19% | 64.31% | See all providers for DSL |
| Cable | 976.36 Mbps | 78.43% | 47.01% | See all providers for Cable |
| 5G Home | 238.34 Mbps | 72.3% | 52.88% | See all providers for 5G Home |
Best cities for internet in Montana
Cities in Montana with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | 165.83 Mbps | 36.77 Mbps | 85% | Zayo Group |
| Missoula | 158.75 Mbps | 16.19 Mbps | 48% | TDS Telecom |
| Butte | 152.56 Mbps | 13.94 Mbps | 65% | Spectrum |
| Great Falls | 149.57 Mbps | 22.67 Mbps | 93% | Ziply Fiber |
| Helena | 147.94 Mbps | 20.07 Mbps | 83% | TDS Telecom |
| Kalispell | 120.85 Mbps | 21.75 Mbps | 88% | MontanaSky West |
| Bozeman | 112.82 Mbps | 38.18 Mbps | 73% | Spectrum |
Billings is the best city in Montana 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. Missoula and Butte also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Montana
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | 117,093 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Black Eagle | 672 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Great Falls | 60,373 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Evaro | 505 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Billings is the most internet-connected city in Montana. Billings 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 Billings's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Black Eagle and Great Falls also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Montana
Billings
Population: 117,093
Median income: $66,869
165.83 Mbps
avg. download speed
36.77 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Missoula
Population: 74,627
Median income: $65,567
158.75 Mbps
avg. download speed
16.19 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
28.87% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Great Falls
Population: 60,373
Median income: $50,110
149.57 Mbps
avg. download speed
22.67 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% 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.