Best Internet Providers in Austin, KY
All 4 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Austin, KY
Austin has 4 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, 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 Austin.
Ranks compare Austin with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Austin, KY at a Glance
Austin Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
SCRTC
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
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 Austin ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Austin, KY?
Verizon is the best internet provider in Austin based on Kentucky customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Verizon had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Austin, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Verizon is an option for 85.00% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Austin?
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 Austin
How Austin Compares to Places Its Size
Austin's report card score is in the top 45% and its connectivity index is in the top 35%.
| Measure | Austin | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Barren County | Kentucky | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 97.8% | top 29% | 98.3% | 79.7% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,003 Mbps | top 38% | 1,307 Mbps | 2,777 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2 | bottom 15% | 4.9 | 6.7 | 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% | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 6% | bottom 34% | 9% | 10% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 91% | bottom 40% | 92% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 86% | top 50% | 87% | 89% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 76% | top 14% | 74% | 71% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 77% | top 34% | 68% | 74% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $61,043 | bottom 33% | $54,121 | $71,265 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 6% | bottom 11% | 13% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 97.8% of homes in Austin, against 98.3% across Barren County and 79.7% across Kentucky. Households in Austin are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 6% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $61,043 (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 Austin
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
SCRTC Fiber in Austin, KY
Availability:
97.8%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) offers Fiber service to 97.8% of Austin homes. Across the city, SCRTC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Austin, KY
Availability:
85.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
106 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 85.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 106 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 10 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Austin, KY
Availability:
13.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 13.8% of Austin 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 Austin?
XFINITY Cable in Austin, KY
Availability:
1.4%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,200 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 1.4% of Austin homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Austin, KY.
Internet in Austin by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Austin has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Austin
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Austin
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42123 | 830 | 99.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.3 | C | 48/100 |
How Austin Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Austin that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Walnut Hill has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Fountain Run the fewest (80.6%); Austin has 97.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin (this page) | 580 | 97.8% | 1,003 Mbps | 2 | C | 48/100 |
| Fountain Run | 1,229 | 80.6% | 818 Mbps | 2.1 | D+ | 44/100 |
| Haywood | 719 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 60/100 |
| Temple Hill | 707 | 99.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.4 | C+ | 68/100 |
| Lucas | 459 | 100.0% | 1,019 Mbps | 2.5 | C+ | 46/100 |
| Etoile | 358 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.2 | C | 57/100 |
| Lamb | 180 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.7 | C+ | 33/100 |
| Walnut Hill | 126 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.9 | C+ | 46/100 |
| Maynard | 109 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.8 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Cooktown | 55 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2 | C | 59/100 |
| Tracy | 51 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2 | C | 45/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Austin?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) 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 Austin
| XFINITY from Comcast | 1,200 |
|---|---|
| South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Austin. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Austin Internet Providers
Based on 19 reviews from Kentucky internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Austin residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) wins for second-place in Kentucky, with 3.80 out of 5 stars and 97.8% coverage in Austin.
At a national level, based on 3542 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 Austin Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Austin, Kentucky, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Austin Overall | Kentucky Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon |  (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| SCRTC | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (6) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Austin
Based on data reported by Austin ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC). The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Austin. 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Austin Speed | Kentucky Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (6) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| SCRTC | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Austin?
Of the providers in Austin, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Austin where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Kentucky or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Verizon is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.80 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Austin, Kentucky, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Austin
| ISP / Tech Type | Austin Affordability | Kentucky Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (6) |  (2379) | View Plans | ||
| SCRTC | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Kentucky
Customer Reviews
A Magnolia, KY Customer
SCRTC Fiber
June 01, 2026 I’ve been impressed with SCRTC’s fiber internet. They offer symmetrical speeds, which is great for things like remote work (which I do), video gaming, or big uploads. Plans go up to 5 Gbps, and pricing is pretty reasonable considering it’s unlimited and super low-latency (I’m seeing like 5 ms pings). They’re part of the Smart Rural Community program, which basically means they’ve invested in solid infrastructure for in remote areas. I'd generally say it’s super reliable, and their tech support has been responsive when needed. I haven't had any outages in the 2 years I've been living here. If you’re in an area where SCRTC fiber is available, it’s probably one of the best options you’ve got. Definitely better than any DSL or cable alternative, especially in rural Kentucky.
dan m
Spectrum Cable
May 31, 2026 spectrum internet is a little over priced for what you get. the service is fine, but could be faster. the main problems ive had with spectrum have been their customer support, which is usually slow or just incompetent. if prices were lower this would be not a problem.
Jen L.
Spectrum Cable
May 22, 2026 My husband works for Spectrum's design office and our internet is free. I work from home and am able to connect flawlessly while my kids stream tv and play games. I appreciate the app that accompanies the service, as I recieve outage alerts and bill reminders. Any time we have had an issue, I have had a quick response from customer service or my app alerts me of a service disruption. Overall I am very pleased with the quality of our internet service and responsiveness of the provider.
Susan P.
AT&T DSL
May 19, 2026 My internet provider still gave me a substantial discount as I am a senior citizen. Even though the funding from the government ran out they covered me with quite a benefit. I need to cll them though as someone from Comcast stating representing ATT tried to rip me off to continue my current low price.
Scott G.
Windstream Fiber
May 02, 2026 I left Windstream DSL for two years for cable from Cox. Cox raised their prices so I went back to windstream and they then had fiber internet. Their service has been better since I came back.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Austin?
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 Austin is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC). Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Austin is Verizon.
- Viasat, South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC), and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Austin, available to 97.8% 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.