9 Best Internet Providers in 83221, ID

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Above are the top 4 providers in 83221, ID for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in 83221, ID?

Fybercom is the highest-rated internet provider in 83221 based on 23 Idaho customer reviews, and Fybercom has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 83221, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in 83221

Local, State, and National Ratings for all 83221 Internet Providers

Based on 23 reviews from Idaho internet customers, Fybercom is the best internet service provider for 83221 residents. Fybercom was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Sparklight wins for second-place in Idaho, with 4.25 out of 5 stars and 76.1% coverage in 83221.

At a national level, based on 1292 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Fybercom is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.62 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 83221?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Fybercom. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Sparklight and Direct Communications Rockland should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 83221

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Sparklight	1,000 Mbps
	Anthem Broadband	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	White Cloud	200 Mbps
	Vision WiFi	150 Mbps
	Fybercom	120 Mbps
	Centurylink	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Rise Broadband	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 83221

Based on data reported by 83221 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Sparklight and Direct Communications Rockland. These internet providers offer speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 83221. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Fybercom. This indicates Fybercom reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 83221?

Idaho customers rate Fybercom as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Fybercom received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Centurylink is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 83221 customers with an average price rating of 3.67 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in 83221, Idaho, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in 83221

83221 Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 83221 below, including the metrics used and how 83221 compares to the rest of Idaho and nation.

83221 ISP Report Card: C

	Metric (hover for details)	83221	Idaho	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 83221 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	1.04%	54.21%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	910 Mbps	2,514 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 83221.	7.7	6.5	6.8

 

83221 Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	83221	Idaho	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	3.1	2.8	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	6%	13%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	98%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	91%	91%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	64%	72%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	64%	73%	76%

83221 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in 83221 is C, which is comparable to other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 83221 is high with a score of 60 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 83221 have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The 83221 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

91% of 83221 households have an internet connection despite having 99.45% availability. 64% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 16% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 64% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 64% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of 83221 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 83221?

How Much Speed does a 83221 Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 83221 is 3.1, which is larger than the Idaho average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. 83221's average household income is $82,439 which is higher than the Idaho average of $80,528 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.

83221 also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Idaho average of 18%. Additionally, 6% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 13% of residents in Idaho who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 83221 has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, 83221 households are much more technology-engaged. 98% of households have some sort of computing device, 86% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 83221?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in 83221, ID.

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 83221?

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 83221?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in 83221?

The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:

• The best all-around internet service provider in 83221 is Fybercom.
• The fastest internet provider should be Sparklight and Direct Communications Rockland. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Fybercom may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in 83221 is Fybercom.
• Viasat, HughesNet, and Fybercom has the broadest coverage in 83221, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does 83221 compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how 83221 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 83221's C ISP Report Card and 60 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.