Best Internet Providers in Columbia Falls, MT
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Columbia Falls, MT
Columbia Falls has 10 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Columbia Falls.
Ranks compare Columbia Falls with the 3,338 US towns of 10,000 to 24,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Columbia Falls, MT at a Glance
Columbia Falls Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
CenturyLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
MontanaSky Networks
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
EarthLink
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 Columbia Falls ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Columbia Falls, MT?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Columbia Falls based on Montana customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Columbia Falls, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 64.06% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Columbia Falls?
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 Columbia Falls
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- MontanaSky Networks - fiber coverage map
- Vero - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- MontanaSky Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Bullitt Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - fiber coverage map
How Columbia Falls Compares to Places Its Size
Columbia Falls's report card score is in the bottom 21% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 31%.
| Measure | Columbia Falls | Rank among US towns of 10,000 to 24,999 people | Flathead County | Montana | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 61.1% | bottom 32% | 53.4% | 50.8% | 71.5% | 115 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,047 Mbps | bottom 12% | 1,199 Mbps | 1,744 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Middle Valley, TN and Red Bank, TN and 1 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.1 | bottom 36% | 7 | 5.7 | 7.1 | Joshua, TX (13.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | top 41% | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.7 | North Bay Shore, NY (4.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 16% | top 32% | 16% | 13% | 15% | Brambleton, VA (51%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | top 28% | 95% | 95% | 96% | 86 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 95% | top 23% | 92% | 90% | 91% | 11 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 55% | bottom 6% | 64% | 69% | 76% | Klahanie, WA and Short Hills, NJ and 1 more (96%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | top 49% | 82% | 81% | 81% | Stone Ridge, VA and West University Place, TX and 1 more (100%) |
| Median household income | $77,966 | bottom 40% | $76,905 | $77,933 | $93,246 | West University Place, TX ($249,707) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 10% | bottom 8% | 11% | 14% | 16% | Stanford, CA (84%) |
Fiber reaches 61.1% of homes in Columbia Falls, against 53.4% across Flathead County and 50.8% across Montana. Households in Columbia Falls are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 16% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $77,966 (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 Columbia Falls
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Columbia Falls?
MontanaSky Networks Fiber in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
45.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
MontanaSky Networks offers Fiber service to 45.1% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, MontanaSky Networks Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Vero Fiber in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
17.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,465 Mbps
Vero Broadband offers Fiber service to 17.1% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, Vero Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,465 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 2,500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 2,500, with an average of 1,384 Mbps throughout the city.
CenturyLink Fiber in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
9.8%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
101 Mbps
CenturyLink offers Fiber service to 9.8% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, CenturyLink Fiber has speeds up to 101 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 91 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Columbia Falls from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
5.4%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 5.4% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Quantum Fiber in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
1,496 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 2.0% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,496 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 1,391 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Columbia Falls?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
96.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
236 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.2% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 236 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 17 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
64.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 64.1% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 46 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 7.8 Mbps throughout the city.
MontanaSky Networks Fixed Wireless in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
56.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
MontanaSky Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 56.9% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, MontanaSky Networks Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 50 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
52.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 52.0% of Columbia Falls 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
52.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 52.0% of Columbia Falls 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Bullitt Communications Fixed Wireless in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
28.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Bullitt Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 28.2% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, Bullitt Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Columbia Falls?
Spectrum Cable in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
83.4%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 83.4% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Columbia Falls?
CenturyLink DSL in Columbia Falls, MT
Availability:
98.0%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
22 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 98.0% of Columbia Falls homes. Across the city, CenturyLink DSL has speeds up to 22 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 2.0 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Columbia Falls from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Columbia Falls by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Columbia Falls has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Columbia Falls
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Columbia Falls
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59912 | 15,239 | 61.0% | 1,028 Mbps | 6.1 | C+ | 55/100 |
How Columbia Falls Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Columbia Falls that have their own pages are all within 13 miles. Among them, Hungry Horse has the most homes with fiber (95.5%) and Whitefish the fewest (48.8%); Columbia Falls has 61.1%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Falls (this page) | 14,262 | 61.1% | 1,047 Mbps | 6.1 | C+ | 54/100 |
| Kalispell | 46,239 | 58.1% | 1,291 Mbps | 7.8 | B- | 59/100 |
| Whitefish | 13,382 | 48.8% | 1,101 Mbps | 6.9 | C+ | 49/100 |
| Evergreen | 8,073 | 62.5% | 1,545 Mbps | 8.5 | B | 70/100 |
| Halfmoon | 1,230 | 60.0% | 914 Mbps | 7 | C+ | 55/100 |
| Hungry Horse | 1,121 | 95.5% | 4,855 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 40/100 |
| Coram | 805 | 20.1% | 407 Mbps | 4 | D | 38/100 |
| Northridge Heights | 625 | 98.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 9 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Martin City | 465 | 74.2% | 5,190 Mbps | 4.6 | B- | 34/100 |
| West Glacier | 356 | 0.0% | 269 Mbps | 3.3 | D- | 34/100 |
| La Salle | 297 | 56.6% | 587 Mbps | 3.8 | D+ | 64/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Columbia Falls?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Spectrum.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Columbia Falls
| Quantum Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Vero Broadband | 2,500 |
| CenturyLink | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| MontanaSky Networks | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| Bullitt Communications | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Columbia Falls Internet Providers
Based on 13 reviews from Montana internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Columbia Falls residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Spectrum wins for second-place in Montana, with 3.22 out of 5 stars and 84.1% coverage in Columbia Falls.
At a national level, based on 4408 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 Columbia Falls Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Columbia Falls, Montana, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Columbia Falls Overall | Montana Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (9) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) |  (3) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (52) | 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 | ||
| Bullitt Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MontanaSky Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Vero | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Columbia Falls
Based on data reported by Columbia Falls ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Spectrum. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Columbia Falls. 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.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Columbia Falls Speed | Montana Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (0) | (9) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (3) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (52) | 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 | ||
| Bullitt Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MontanaSky Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Vero | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Columbia Falls?
Of the providers in Columbia Falls, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Columbia Falls 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. CenturyLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.33 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Columbia Falls, Montana, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Columbia Falls
| ISP / Tech Type | Columbia Falls Affordability | Montana Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (3) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (9) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (52) | 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 | ||
| Bullitt Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MontanaSky Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Vero | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
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 Columbia Falls?
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 Columbia Falls is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Spectrum. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Spectrum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Columbia Falls is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and CenturyLink has the broadest coverage in Columbia Falls, available to 98.8% 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.