12 Best Internet Providers in Alaska
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| Alaska ISP Report Card | C- | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 2,059 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 12 | |
| Real Alaska Customer Ratings | 32 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Alaska has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fixed Wireless, DSL, Cable, and Fiber internet are available in the state. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Alaska.
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Alaska has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fixed Wireless, DSL, Cable, and Fiber internet are available in the state. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Alaska.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Alaska for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your state.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Alaska ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Alaska?
Alaska Communications is the best internet provider in Alaska based on customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Alaska Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Alaska, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Alaska Communications is an option for 58.40% of the state.
Internet Services Providers in Alaska's Biggest Cities
See internet service options for the largest cities in Alaska below. Click on any city you want to explore or use our location search for more specific results.
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,483 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,178 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,372 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,480 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,106 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,275 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,294 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,410 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,496 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,377 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,369 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,289 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,793 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: D
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,448 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,738 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C-
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Alaska, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Alaska
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Alaska Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Alaska Overall | Alaska Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Alaska Communications | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| MTA | (4) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (18) | (18) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| American Broadband | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| United Utilities | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| OTZ Telecom | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SnowCloud Services | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Astac.Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SPITwSPOTS | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Alaska Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| KPU | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 32 reviews from Alaska internet customers, Alaska Communications is the best internet service provider in the state. Alaska Communications was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. MTA Solutions wins for second-place in Alaska, with 3.40 out of 5 stars and 19.4% coverage in Alaska. At a state level, Alaska Communications was found in our consumer study to be the highest-rated internet provider in Alaska. For the providers above, there were 24 reviews from Alaska internet service customers.
At a national level, based on 28 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Alaska Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Alaska?
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Internet Availability Key
Speeds and coverage vary within the state, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Alaska?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the state, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Alaska Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, GCI 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 Alaska
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Communications | 2,500 Mbps | ||
| GCI | 2,500 Mbps | ||
| KPU | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Alaska Power & Telephone Company | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| SPITwSPOTS | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| MTA Solutions | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Astac.Net | 500 Mbps | ||
| SnowCloud Services | 200 Mbps | ||
| Borealis Broadband | 200 Mbps | ||
| American Broadband | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| OTZ Telecom | 25 Mbps | ||
| United Utilities | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Alaska
| ISP / Tech Type | Alaska Speed | Alaska Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Alaska Communications | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| MTA | (4) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (18) | (18) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| American Broadband | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| United Utilities | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| OTZ Telecom | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SnowCloud Services | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Astac.Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SPITwSPOTS | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Alaska Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| KPU | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Alaska ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the state are available through GCI. The company offers speeds up to 2,500 Mbps in Alaska. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,370 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the state rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Alaska Communications. This indicates Alaska Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Alaska?
Alaska customers rate Alaska Communications 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.
Alaska Communications received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. MTA Solutions is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Alaska customers with an average price rating of 2.40 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Alaska, the United States, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Alaska
| ISP / Tech Type | Alaska Affordability | Alaska Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Alaska Communications | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (18) | (18) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| MTA | (4) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| American Broadband | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| United Utilities | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| OTZ Telecom | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SnowCloud Services | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Astac.Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SPITwSPOTS | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Alaska Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| KPU | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Alaska 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 state 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 Alaska below, including the metrics used and how Alaska compares to the rest of the United States and nation.
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Alaska | Alaska | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Alaska that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 26.75% | 67.25% | 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. | 2,059 Mbps | 3,293 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 Alaska. | 2.8 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a state indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.7 | 2.7 | 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. | 9% | 14% | 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. | 97% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 91% | 90% | 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. | 68% | 75% | 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. | 77% | 76% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Alaska ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Alaska is C-, which is better than other states. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Alaska is high with a score of 67 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Alaska have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Alaska ISP Report Card evaluates the state on availability and speed metrics compared to other states in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a state 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 Alaska households have an internet connection despite having 94.55% availability. 68% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 7% 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 79% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 77% subscribe to it. A large amount of Alaska 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 States Compare to Alaska?
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 85 / 100
How Much Speed does a Alaska Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Alaska is 2.7, which is larger than the the United States average of 2.7 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Alaska's average household income is $96,207 which is higher than the the United States average of $90,606 and much 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.
Alaska also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the the United States average of 16%. Additionally, 9% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 14% of residents in the United States who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Alaska has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Alaska households are more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 83% 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 Alaska?
MTA Fiber in Alaska
MTA Solutions offers Fiber service to 11.3% of Alaska homes. Across the state, MTA Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Alaska Communications Fiber in Alaska
Alaska Communications offers Fiber service to 8.0% of Alaska homes. Across the state, Alaska Communications Fiber has speeds up to 1,085 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 2,500, with an average of 1,032 Mbps throughout the state. Alaska Communications Fiber is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Alaska from Alaska Communications in terms of customer satisfaction.
GCI Fiber in Alaska
GCI offers Fiber service to 2.0% of Alaska homes. Across the state, GCI Fiber has speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
KPU Fiber in Alaska
KPU offers Fiber service to 1.9% of Alaska homes. Across the state, KPU Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Alaska Telephone Company Fiber in Alaska
Alaska Power & Telephone Company offers Fiber service to 1.4% of Alaska homes. Across the state, Alaska Telephone Company Fiber has speeds up to 914 Mbps, with speeds from 250 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 100, with an average of 99 Mbps throughout the state.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Alaska?
GCI Cable in Alaska
GCI offers Cable service to 73.5% of Alaska homes. Across the state, GCI Cable has speeds up to 2,486 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 75 Mbps throughout the state. GCI Cable is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Alaska from GCI in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Alaska?
Alaska Communications DSL in Alaska
Alaska Communications offers DSL service to 52.4% of Alaska homes. Across the state, Alaska Communications DSL has speeds up to 26 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 50, with an average of 9.0 Mbps throughout the state.
MTA DSL in Alaska
MTA Solutions offers DSL service to 19.2% of Alaska homes. Across the state, MTA DSL has speeds up to 103 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 120 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 60, with an average of 47 Mbps throughout the state. MTA DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Alaska from MTA in terms of customer satisfaction.
United Utilities DSL in Alaska
United Utilities offers DSL service to 2.5% of Alaska homes. Across the state, United Utilities DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 1.1 Mbps throughout the state.
KPU DSL in Alaska
KPU offers DSL service to 1.9% of Alaska homes. Across the state, KPU DSL has speeds up to 25 Mbps
American Broadband DSL in Alaska
American Broadband offers DSL service to 1.7% of Alaska homes. Across the state, American Broadband DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 30 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 5.0 Mbps throughout the state.
Alaska Telephone Company DSL in Alaska
Alaska Power & Telephone Company offers DSL service to 1.1% of Alaska homes. Across the state, Alaska Telephone Company DSL has speeds up to 41 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 7.7 Mbps throughout the state.
OTZ Telecom DSL in Alaska
OTZ Telecom offers DSL service to 1.0% of Alaska homes. Across the state, OTZ Telecom DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Alaska?
Borealis Broadband Fixed Wireless in Alaska
Borealis Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 35.3% of Alaska homes. Across the state, Borealis Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 166 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Borealis Broadband Fixed Wireless.
Alaska Communications Fixed Wireless in Alaska
Alaska Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 24.0% of Alaska homes. Across the state, Alaska Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 181 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 58 Mbps throughout the state.
SPITwSPOTS Fixed Wireless in Alaska
SPITwSPOTS offers Fixed Wireless service to 18.6% of Alaska homes. Across the state, SPITwSPOTS Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 470 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 200, with an average of 105 Mbps throughout the state.
GCI Fixed Wireless in Alaska
GCI offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.8% of Alaska homes. Across the state, GCI Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 10 Mbps
SnowCloud Services Fixed Wireless in Alaska
SnowCloud Services offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.2% of Alaska homes. Across the state, SnowCloud Services Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 200 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Alaska?
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 Alaska is Alaska Communications.
- The fastest internet provider should be GCI. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Alaska Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Alaska is Alaska Communications.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and GCI has the broadest coverage in Alaska, 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 Alaska compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Alaska 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 Alaska's C- ISP Report Card and 67 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 29 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 61 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 62 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alaska
Customer Reviews
Holly C.
Starlink Satellite
January 06, 2026 Living in a rural area, getting great internet use to be impossible; however, Starlink changed that entirely! Although it did require a substantial investment to get hooked up, it was well worth the price. Starli k has given me the most stable and quick internet I've ever had. I was worried weather would negatively impact my connectivity, but thankfully, my Starlink works rain, snow, or shine! Even in the middle of winter in negative temperatures, my connection is stable. The monthly price is a little more expensive than other types of service, but well worth the price. I'm extremely satisfied with my choice to get Starlink.
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An Alaska Customer
Starlink Satellite
July 24, 2025 Internet service is consistent, low-latency, and very fast, supporting multiple computers and media demands (streaming video, music, home security) from a single router. The equipment is physically durable and withstands harsh environments without issue. Extremely satisfied with customer service, also - outstanding support, and easy to get to a human who is willing to help.
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dave m
Starlink Satellite
July 10, 2025 I decided upon starlink for my Internet provider and was by far the best choice I could have made especially with my area having limited internet available offerings and for the price it was a no brainer. especially seeing as I was going to get dish which was not only more expensive but less quality service as starlink is still new in area but outperforms the competition and neighbors are happy with it too as we are all slowly changing providers.
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An Alaska Customer
GCI Fixed Wireless
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Nicole T.
Starlink Satellite
May 26, 2025 The internet speed, coverage, and pricing for Starlink was all very good until just recently. Unfortunately with how many people in my area has Starlink now, they do not have enough satellite coverage to provide high speeds for all of us. I have to change providers to be able to stream videos now. If they are able to get more satellites to cover my area I will gladly go back to Starlink. They have great area of service and pricing.
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