Best Internet Providers in Chouteau County, MT
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Chouteau County, MT
Chouteau County has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Chouteau County.
Ranks compare Chouteau County with the 56 Montana counties.
The Best Internet in Chouteau County, MT at a Glance
Chouteau County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Triangle
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 Chouteau County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Chouteau County, MT?
Triangle Communications is the highest-rated internet provider in Chouteau County based on 15 Montana 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Chouteau County?
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 Chouteau County
How Chouteau County Compares to the Rest of Montana
Chouteau County's report card score is tied 19th of 56 and its connectivity index is tied 21st of 56.
| Measure | Chouteau County | Rank among Montana counties | Montana | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 97.8% | 6th of 56 | 50.8% | 71.5% | Wibaux County (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 493 Mbps | 46th of 56 | 1,744 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Silver Bow County (3,622 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2 | Tied 41st of 56 | 5.7 | 7.1 | Gallatin County (7.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 6th of 56 | 2.4 | 2.7 | Big Horn County and Roosevelt County (3.5) |
| Workers who work from home | 12% | Tied 32nd of 56 | 13% | 15% | Garfield County (44%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 90% | Tied 39th of 56 | 95% | 96% | Gallatin County (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 77% | 54th of 56 | 90% | 91% | Fallon County (95%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 67% | Tied 20th of 56 | 69% | 76% | Phillips County (82%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 72% | Tied 38th of 56 | 81% | 81% | Gallatin County (91%) |
| Median household income | $58,855 | 45th of 56 | $77,933 | $93,246 | Gallatin County ($97,455) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 11% | Tied 31st of 56 | 14% | 16% | Gallatin County (20%) |
Fiber reaches 97.8% of homes in Chouteau County, against 50.8% across Montana. Households in Chouteau County are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 12% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $58,855 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Chouteau County Compares to Its Neighbors
Chouteau County has 8 neighbors. Among them, Liberty County has the most homes with fiber (99.6%) and Hill County the fewest (40.0%); Chouteau County has 97.8%.
Map of Chouteau County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Chouteau County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chouteau County (this page) | 5,895 | 97.8% | 493 Mbps | 2 | C- | 48/100 |
| Cascade County | 84,414 | 42.2% | 2,752 Mbps | 6.9 | B- | 52/100 |
| Hill County | 16,309 | 40.0% | 720 Mbps | 4.9 | D+ | 42/100 |
| Fergus County | 11,446 | 41.0% | 779 Mbps | 2.9 | D | 38/100 |
| Blaine County | 7,044 | 96.5% | 492 Mbps | 2.9 | C- | 64/100 |
| Teton County | 6,226 | 92.1% | 978 Mbps | 2 | C- | 52/100 |
| Pondera County | 5,898 | 80.8% | 749 Mbps | 2.5 | D+ | 39/100 |
| Judith Basin County | 2,023 | 98.5% | 326 Mbps | 1.9 | C- | 66/100 |
| Liberty County | 1,959 | 99.6% | 112 Mbps | 1.6 | C- | 38/100 |
Internet in Chouteau County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 99.6% of homes in Big Sandy to 100.0% in Fort Benton; by ZIP code, from 97.2% in 59520 (Big Sandy) to 100.0% in 59442 (Fort Benton). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Chouteau County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box Elder | 2,004 | 99.8% | 193 Mbps | 2.4 | C | 42/100 |
| Fort Benton | 1,516 | 100.0% | 945 Mbps | 3.3 | C+ | 39/100 |
| Big Sandy | 1,056 | 99.6% | 107 Mbps | 1.4 | C- | 47/100 |
| Geraldine | 382 | 99.0% | 107 Mbps | 1 | C- | 53/100 |
| Highwood | 323 | 100.0% | 967 Mbps | 1.1 | C | 50/100 |
| Carter | 278 | 100.0% | 977 Mbps | 1.4 | C | 54/100 |
| Floweree | 220 | 54.5% | 724 Mbps | 2.5 | D | 64/100 |
| Loma | 165 | 100.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | C- | 48/100 |
| Shonkin | 157 | 94.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.5 | C- | 54/100 |
| Kenilworth | 138 | 94.9% | 120 Mbps | 1.1 | D+ | 48/100 |
| Square Butte | 111 | 100.0% | 538 Mbps | 1.5 | C | 55/100 |
| Eagleton | 100 | 85.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | D+ | 52/100 |
| Montague | 97 | 100.0% | 139 Mbps | 1.5 | C- | 52/100 |
| Virgelle | 62 | 87.1% | 100 Mbps | 1.1 | D+ | 54/100 |
| Iliad | 48 | 100.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | C- | 48/100 |
ZIP codes in Chouteau County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59521 (Box Elder) | 3,838 | 97.5% | 220 Mbps | 2.6 | C- | 40/100 |
| 59442 (Fort Benton) | 1,792 | 100.0% | 890 Mbps | 3.1 | C+ | 41/100 |
| 59520 (Big Sandy) | 1,101 | 97.2% | 111 Mbps | 1.2 | C- | 47/100 |
| 59446 (Geraldine) | 504 | 99.2% | 136 Mbps | 1.1 | C- | 53/100 |
| 59450 (Highwood) | 491 | 95.5% | 979 Mbps | 1.2 | C- | 54/100 |
| 59440 (Floweree) | 230 | 33.5% | 693 Mbps | 1.3 | D | 69/100 |
| 59460 (Loma) | 225 | 96.4% | 100 Mbps | 1.1 | D+ | 48/100 |
| 59420 (Carter) | 219 | 97.3% | 973 Mbps | 1.1 | C- | 57/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Chouteau County?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the county comes from Triangle Communications.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Chouteau County
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| 3 Rivers Communications | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Triangle Communications | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Chouteau County Internet Providers
Based on 15 reviews from Montana internet customers, Triangle Communications is the best internet service provider for Chouteau County residents. Triangle Communications was rated at an average of 4.67 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Montana, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 50.3% coverage in Chouteau County.
At a national level, based on 4178 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 Chouteau County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Chouteau County, Montana, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Chouteau County Overall | Montana Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle | (1) |  (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet |  (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| 3 Rivers | (0) |  (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (9) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Chouteau County
Based on data reported by Chouteau County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Triangle Communications. The company offers speeds up to 100 Mbps in Chouteau County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 100 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Triangle Communications. This indicates Triangle reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Chouteau County Speed | Montana Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (0) | (9) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Triangle | (1) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| 3 Rivers | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Chouteau County?
Of the providers in Chouteau County, customers rate Triangle Communications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Chouteau County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Montana or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Triangle Communications is rated 4.67 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 5.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Chouteau County, Montana, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Chouteau County
| ISP / Tech Type | Chouteau County Affordability | Montana Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle | (1) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| 3 Rivers | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (9) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Chouteau County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Chouteau County?
Triangle Fiber in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
82.7%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Triangle Communications offers Fiber service to 82.7% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, Triangle Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
3 Rivers Fiber in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
16.5%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
3 Rivers Communications offers Fiber service to 16.5% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, 3 Rivers Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 1.7% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Chouteau County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
50.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
66 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 50.3% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 66 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 12 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
11.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
263 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 11.5% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 263 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 18 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
4.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.2% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 36 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 5.5 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
4.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.2% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 36 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 5.5 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Chouteau County?
Spectrum Cable in Chouteau County, MT
Availability:
24.5%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 24.5% of Chouteau County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Chouteau County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Chouteau County, MT.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Montana
Customer Reviews
A Kalispell, MT Customer
Spectrum Cable
March 22, 2026 We currently have 500MB+ speed service with phone as well from Spectrum. They are currently charging around 110 a month which is reasonable for service. We started about 8 years ago and had to have crews install in our area so we could get off Centurylink. I have had consistent service with them and have had no problems. I'd give them a 9/10.
A Lame Deer, MT Customer
Range DSL
February 09, 2026 I have quite a few internet providers, not to mention helped a few as well. I have not seen a internet provider not allow access to the modems that they provide, with the default settings that are set overlap neighbors wifi and make service almost impossible to use.as well as during installation put a router and modem on a microwave and except it not to fry the router. Then blame the client for destroying the router minutes after installing it. I get that there service is limited in certain areas.
Joe N
3 Rivers Fiber
October 24, 2025 3 Rivers Communication is the only option in my rural community. With that, they can set prices as they see fit without having to worry about competition. While I currently view the price as fair for the speeds offered, I do with prices were more affordable. One benefit is that taxes and fees are included with the price, so the listed price you see on their site is their rate.
Ronnie.S
Spectrum Cable
September 28, 2025 Spectrum provides reliable internet service in the 59102 area. Speeds are generally good for streaming, remote work, and everyday use. While pricing isn’t the lowest, it’s reasonable considering the service quality. Customer service could be better, but installation was smooth and outages are rare.
Hannah S
Access Montana Fixed Wireless
June 27, 2025 I have been fairly happy with my internet provider. The installation was fairly fast and done well and they were very informative while setting everything up. The price of our internet service isn't my favorite being close to $60/ month, but I know there are others who pay higher amounts so it's something I have to accept. But I really do enjoy my internet providers customer service. We had an issue with our internet not working over the summer and they worked diligently with us to get it back working as soon as possible, even having a service tech come re-run new cable on a weekend for us. We were so thankful. And we rarely do have issues, so overall Access Montana has been a great provider for us.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Chouteau County?
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 Chouteau County is Triangle.
- The fastest internet provider should be Triangle Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Triangle Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Chouteau County is Triangle.
- Viasat, Triangle Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Chouteau County, available to 82.7% 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.