Best Internet Providers in Ames, OK
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Ames, OK
Ames has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 Ames.
Ranks compare Ames with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Ames, OK at a Glance
Ames Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Pioneer
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Chisholm Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
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 Ames ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Ames, OK?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Ames based on 41 Oklahoma customer reviews, and Verizon 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 Ames?
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.
Coverage map for each provider in Ames
- Pioneer - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Chisholm Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Pioneer - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
How Ames Compares to Places Its Size
Ames's report card score is in the bottom 37% and its connectivity index is in the top 40%.
| Measure | Ames | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Major County | Oklahoma | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 62.9% | bottom 46% | 82.6% | 76.1% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 700 Mbps | bottom 26% | 916 Mbps | 3,629 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.4 | top 45% | 5.5 | 7.7 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.4 | bottom 49% | 2.4 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 2% | bottom 8% | 2% | 10% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | top 10% | 96% | 95% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 92% | top 20% | 90% | 89% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 63% | top 39% | 58% | 68% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 73% | top 47% | 70% | 75% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $81,110 | top 31% | $71,603 | $74,394 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | top 44% | 13% | 16% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 62.9% of homes in Ames, against 82.6% across Major County and 76.1% across Oklahoma. Households in Ames are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 2% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $81,110 (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 Ames
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Ames?
Pioneer Fiber in Ames, OK
Availability:
62.9%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Pioneer offers Fiber service to 62.9% of Ames homes. Across the city, Pioneer Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Ames?
Chisholm Broadband Fixed Wireless in Ames, OK
Availability:
79.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
98 Mbps
Chisholm Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.0% of Ames homes. Across the city, Chisholm Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 98 Mbps, with speeds from 28 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 7.0 and as high as 40, with an average of 39 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Ames, OK
Availability:
60.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
172 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.8% of Ames homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 172 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Ames, OK
Availability:
50.5%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 50.5% of Ames homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Ames, OK
Availability:
42.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 42.2% of Ames homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 33 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 4.9 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Ames, OK
Availability:
42.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 42.2% of Ames homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 33 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 4.9 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Ames, OK
Availability:
5.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.8% of Ames homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Ames?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Ames, OK.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Ames?
Pioneer DSL in Ames, OK
Availability:
93.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
Pioneer offers DSL service to 93.8% of Ames homes. Across the city, Pioneer DSL has speeds up to 40 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 46 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 5.9 Mbps throughout the city.
Internet in Ames by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Ames has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Ames
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Ames
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73718 | 497 | 59.1% | 666 Mbps | 4.1 | D+ | 45/100 |
How Ames Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Ames that have their own pages are all within 18 miles. Among them, Ringwood has the most homes with fiber (99.5%) and Waukomis the fewest (0.3%); Ames has 62.9%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ames (this page) | 566 | 62.9% | 700 Mbps | 4.4 | C- | 45/100 |
| Fairview | 3,134 | 85.3% | 930 Mbps | 6.7 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Waukomis | 1,584 | 0.3% | 337 Mbps | 6.3 | D+ | 21/100 |
| Okeene | 1,384 | 96.0% | 975 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 37/100 |
| Ringwood | 1,304 | 99.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.2 | B- | 47/100 |
| Lahoma | 1,092 | 98.4% | 994 Mbps | 5.8 | B- | 51/100 |
| Drummond | 875 | 48.2% | 539 Mbps | 4.4 | D+ | 33/100 |
| Lacey | 501 | 93.6% | 966 Mbps | 3.4 | C | 42/100 |
| Meno | 422 | 98.6% | 1,022 Mbps | 6 | B | 47/100 |
| Isabella | 364 | 87.4% | 928 Mbps | 3.4 | C- | 34/100 |
| Bison | 294 | 41.8% | 700 Mbps | 5.5 | C- | 28/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Ames?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Pioneer 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 Ames
| Pioneer | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Chisholm Broadband | 100 |
| Nextlink | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Ames Internet Providers
Based on 41 reviews from Oklahoma internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Ames residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.81 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Oklahoma, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 60.8% coverage in Ames.
At a national level, based on 2245 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Verizon is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.76 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Ames Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Ames, Oklahoma, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Ames Overall | Oklahoma Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (27) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Pioneer | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) |  (19) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Chisholm Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Ames
Based on data reported by Ames ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Pioneer. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Ames. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 652 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Ames Speed | Oklahoma Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Pioneer | (0) |  (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (27) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Chisholm Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Ames?
Of the providers in Ames, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Ames where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Oklahoma or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 3.74 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Ames, Oklahoma, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Ames
| ISP / Tech Type | Ames Affordability | Oklahoma Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (27) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Pioneer | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Chisholm Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Oklahoma
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Dobson Fiber
November 15, 2026 Great. Pjg
Herrera
Dobson Fiber
November 15, 2026 Internet works great. I work from home and have to have internet. Dobson doesn’t disappoint.
Jay L
Dobson Fiber
November 13, 2026 Insanely great.
Jennifer D Dodson
Dobson Fiber
November 12, 2026 Fantastic service love it
Savannah Calhoun
Dobson Fiber
November 11, 2026 Amazing
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Ames?
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 Ames is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Pioneer. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Ames is AT&T.
- Viasat, Pioneer, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Ames, available to 98.9% 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.