Best Internet Providers in Alden, KS
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Alden, KS
Alden has 6 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Alden.
Ranks compare Alden with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Alden, KS at a Glance
Alden Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
DSL
Pioneer
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Nextlink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
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 Alden ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Alden, KS?
Brightspeed is the highest-rated internet provider in Alden based on 15 Kansas customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet 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.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Alden?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
How Alden Compares to Places Its Size
Alden's report card score is in the bottom 31% and its connectivity index is in the top 40%.
| Measure | Alden | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Rice County | Kansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 25.0% | bottom 32% | 71.9% | 83.9% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 994 Mbps | bottom 43% | 1,579 Mbps | 4,556 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.2 | top 49% | 5.5 | 8.2 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | top 40% | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 10% | top 41% | 6% | 12% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | top 23% | 94% | 96% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 94% | top 12% | 91% | 91% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 51% | bottom 37% | 72% | 74% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 78% | top 30% | 80% | 80% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $71,901 | top 47% | $64,467 | $85,690 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 13% | top 36% | 17% | 17% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 25.0% of homes in Alden, against 71.9% across Rice County and 83.9% across Kansas. Households in Alden are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $71,901 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Alden
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Alden?
Pioneer Fiber in Alden, KS
Availability:
25.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Pioneer offers Fiber service to 25.0% of Alden homes. Across the city, Pioneer Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Alden?
Pioneer Fixed Wireless in Alden, KS
Availability:
96.7%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
63 Mbps
Pioneer offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.7% of Alden homes. Across the city, Pioneer Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 63 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 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the city.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Alden, KS
Availability:
96.1%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.1% of Alden homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Alden, KS
Availability:
74.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
86 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 74.4% of Alden homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 86 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 17 Mbps throughout the city.
IdeaTek Fixed Wireless in Alden, KS
Availability:
16.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
IdeaTek offers Fixed Wireless service to 16.9% of Alden homes. Across the city, IdeaTek Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 60 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 6.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Alden, KS
Availability:
10.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
132 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 10.8% of Alden homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 132 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Alden?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Alden, KS.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Alden?
Brightspeed DSL in Alden, KS
Availability:
88.9%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
35 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 88.9% of Alden homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 35 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 10, with an average of 3.5 Mbps throughout the city.
Internet in Alden by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Alden has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Alden
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Alden
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67512 | 196 | 33.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.4 | C- | 45/100 |
How Alden Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Alden that have their own pages are all within 17 miles. Among them, Nickerson has the most homes with fiber (74.6%) and Lyons the fewest (64.2%); Alden has 25.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alden (this page) | 332 | 25.0% | 994 Mbps | 4.2 | D+ | 45/100 |
| Lyons | 3,869 | 64.2% | 1,929 Mbps | 6.8 | B- | 54/100 |
| Sterling | 2,729 | 71.9% | 1,752 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 64/100 |
| Nickerson | 1,621 | 74.6% | 1,904 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 38/100 |
| Chase | 532 | 86.5% | 925 Mbps | 2.9 | C- | 31/100 |
| Abbyville | 337 | 51.9% | 783 Mbps | 4.2 | D+ | 16/100 |
| Plevna | 334 | 60.5% | 924 Mbps | 5.1 | C- | 30/100 |
| Silica | 128 | 53.9% | 798 Mbps | 2.4 | D | 43/100 |
| Raymond | 120 | 82.5% | 900 Mbps | 3.9 | C- | 46/100 |
| Pollard | 103 | 35.0% | 583 Mbps | 2.7 | D | 36/100 |
| Mitchell | 102 | 48.0% | 917 Mbps | 3.4 | D+ | 49/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Alden?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Brightspeed. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Nextlink 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 Alden
| Pioneer | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Nextlink | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Brightspeed | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| IdeaTek | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Alden Internet Providers
Based on 15 reviews from Kansas internet customers, Brightspeed is the best internet service provider for Alden residents. Brightspeed was rated at an average of 3.67 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Kansas, with 3.33 out of 5 stars and 74.4% coverage in Alden.
At a national level, based on 1262 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Alden Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Alden, Kansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alden Overall | Kansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IdeaTek | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (3) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Pioneer | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Alden
Based on data reported by Alden ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Nextlink. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Alden. 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.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Brightspeed. This indicates Brightspeed reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alden Speed | Kansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IdeaTek | (0) |  (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (3) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Pioneer | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Alden?
Of the providers in Alden, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Alden where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Kansas or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 3.67 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. Brightspeed is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Alden, Kansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Alden
| ISP / Tech Type | Alden Affordability | Kansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IdeaTek | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (3) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Pioneer | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Kansas
Customer Reviews
Eureka, KS
IdeaTek Fiber
October 29, 2026 Switched from AT&T u-verse and home phone to IdeaTek fiber optic. The switch was easy to set up with Veronica. The installer, Riley P, arrived on time and had the installation completed in under 2 hours. He explained the new system and was able to answer all questions. So far, I'm pleased with the speed from the fiber optics, the lower price, and the service provided by IdeaTec.
Delena
IdeaTek
July 02, 2026 service is good but you can't speak to a live person.
A Topeka, KS Customer
Cox Cable
June 14, 2026 A Wichita, KS Customer
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
June 07, 2026 this service is basically a gateway with a cellphone signal. to me, it is a giant hotspot that is unlimited. overall it is good but slows down after two months. it is not what it is advertised as but is ok for office work.
A Wichita, KS Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
May 04, 2026 I like Verizon. They have decent quality speeds, but my gripe is with the signal, being unreliable, even in a big city. It is the 4G/5G, and randomly drops multiple times a day. Not only does it get frustrating, it affects how much money I make, since my work requires the internet. Also, the price is a little steep, but at this point I believe all internet services are too expensive.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Alden?
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 Alden is Brightspeed.
- The fastest internet provider should be Nextlink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Brightspeed may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Alden is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Pioneer, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Alden, available to 96.7% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.