Best Internet Providers in Eagle River, AK
All 3 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Eagle River, AK
Eagle River has 3 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, 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 4 available internet technologies in Eagle River.
Ranks compare Eagle River with the 1,383 US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Eagle River, AK at a Glance
Eagle River Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
MTA
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
GCI
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
Borealis Broadband
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 Eagle River ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Eagle River, AK?
GCI is the highest-rated internet provider in Eagle River based on 25 Alaska customer reviews, and MTA Solutions 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 Eagle River?
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 Eagle River
How Eagle River Compares to Places Its Size
Eagle River's report card score is in the bottom 3% and its connectivity index is in the top 28%.
| Measure | Eagle River | Rank among US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people) | Anchorage Municipality | Alaska | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 43.2% | bottom 18% | 16.5% | 27.6% | 71.5% | 25 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 2,372 Mbps | bottom 38% | 2,470 Mbps | 2,053 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hixson, TN (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 3.3 | bottom 1% | 3.5 | 2.9 | 7.1 | San Lorenzo, CA (13) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | top 36% | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.7 | Kiryas Joel, NY (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 11% | bottom 39% | 12% | 10% | 15% | Venice, CA (47%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | top 2% | 98% | 97% | 96% | 16 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 96% | top 13% | 95% | 92% | 91% | 13 places at 99% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 84% | top 28% | 78% | 68% | 76% | Burke, VA and Colleyville, TX and 3 more (94%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 91% | top 15% | 86% | 81% | 81% | University Park, TX (99%) |
| Median household income | $145,823 | top 11% | $113,913 | $98,979 | $93,246 | Scarsdale, NY ($244,191) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | top 47% | 14% | 15% | 16% | Rexburg, ID (71%) |
Fiber reaches 43.2% of homes in Eagle River, against 16.5% across Anchorage Municipality and 27.6% across Alaska. Households in Eagle River are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 11% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $145,823 (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 Eagle River
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Eagle River?
MTA Fiber in Eagle River, AK
Availability:
43.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
MTA Solutions offers Fiber service to 43.2% of Eagle River homes. Across the city, MTA Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Eagle River?
Borealis Broadband Fixed Wireless in Eagle River, AK
Availability:
95.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Borealis Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.2% of Eagle River homes. Across the city, Borealis Broadband 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 Eagle River?
GCI Cable in Eagle River, AK
Availability:
93.2%
Customer Rating:
(9)
Avg. Download Speed
2,500 Mbps
GCI offers Cable service to 93.2% of Eagle River homes. Across the city, GCI Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Eagle River?
MTA DSL in Eagle River, AK
Availability:
99.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
106 Mbps
MTA Solutions offers DSL service to 99.0% of Eagle River homes. Across the city, MTA DSL has speeds up to 106 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 120 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 60, with an average of 49 Mbps throughout the city. MTA DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Eagle River from MTA in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Eagle River by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Eagle River has 1 neighborhood and 1 ZIP code with their own pages. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Eagle River
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle River Valley | 12,101 | 44.0% | 2,467 Mbps | 3.4 | C- | 85/100 |
ZIP codes in Eagle River
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99577 | 26,980 | 45.6% | 2,374 Mbps | 3.3 | C- | 81/100 |
How Eagle River Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Eagle River that have their own pages are all within 21 miles. Among them, Meadow Lakes has the most homes with fiber (88.2%) and Fort Richardson the fewest (9.6%); Eagle River has 43.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle River (this page) | 25,746 | 43.2% | 2,372 Mbps | 3.3 | C- | 81/100 |
| Anchorage | 243,006 | 13.5% | 2,485 Mbps | 3.6 | C- | 75/100 |
| Knik-Fairview | 18,391 | 73.4% | 2,275 Mbps | 2.6 | C | 79/100 |
| Wasilla | 17,742 | 78.9% | 2,301 Mbps | 2.6 | C | 64/100 |
| Tanaina | 9,428 | 61.0% | 2,448 Mbps | 2.6 | C | 70/100 |
| Chugiak | 8,857 | 37.0% | 2,456 Mbps | 2.4 | C- | 73/100 |
| Meadow Lakes | 8,216 | 88.2% | 1,772 Mbps | 2.3 | C | 71/100 |
| Fort Richardson | 5,719 | 9.6% | 2,307 Mbps | 3.8 | C- | 77/100 |
| Big Lake | 4,446 | 36.5% | 696 Mbps | 1.6 | D | 53/100 |
| Knik | 1,738 | 82.7% | 837 Mbps | 1.8 | D+ | 42/100 |
| Peters Creek | 817 | 35.5% | 2,362 Mbps | 2.3 | C- | 68/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Eagle River?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from GCI.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Eagle River
| GCI | 2,500 |
|---|---|
| MTA Solutions | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Borealis Broadband | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Eagle River Internet Providers
Based on 25 reviews from Alaska internet customers, GCI is the best internet service provider for Eagle River residents. GCI was rated at an average of 2.80 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. MTA Solutions wins for second-place in Alaska, with 2.00 out of 5 stars and 99.9% coverage in Eagle River.
At a national level, based on 26 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, MTA Solutions is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.40 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Eagle River Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Eagle River, Alaska, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Eagle River Overall | Alaska Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GCI | (1) | (20) |  (21) | View Plans | ||
| MTA | (1) |  (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Eagle River
Based on data reported by Eagle River ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through GCI. The company offers speeds up to 2,500 Mbps in Eagle River. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,500 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 GCI. This indicates GCI reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Eagle River Speed | Alaska Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GCI | (1) | (20) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| MTA | (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Eagle River?
Of the providers in Eagle River, customers rate MTA Solutions the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Eagle River where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Alaska or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
MTA Solutions is rated 2.00 out of 5 for price, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. GCI is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 1.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Eagle River, Alaska, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Eagle River
| ISP / Tech Type | Eagle River Affordability | Alaska Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTA | (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| GCI |  (1) | (20) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alaska
Customer Reviews
E.r. C.
MTA DSL
August 20, 2025 1990 copper wire installation mistake by MTA - 1 wire instead of twisted pair copper wire connection limited my DSLspeeds and option for upgrades.Been with MTA since dialup internet. No plans by MTA to remedy the mistake despite the node being 50' away from home (under existing paved road might have something to do with it). Fiber internet in Eaglewood neighborhood is years away per MTA Tech that discovered the single copper wire connection. Bailed on MTA to GCI for internet after that.
An Alaska Customer
GCI Fiber
August 11, 2024 GCI has raised prices significantly over the last few years. It feels like this has been done more-so out of greed than necessity, and also aligns with the enactment of the ACP. I can't help but feel like GCI saw the ACP as an opportunity to raise prices to get more money from consumers and the government. I also experienced issues with getting my ACP benefit accepted by GCI, and their customer service was not helpful. Overall I am incredibly disappointed in them as a service provider, but I am stuck as there are no other providers in my area (or at least, none with the same speed/pricing).
An Alaska Customer
GCI Fixed Wireless
April 06, 2026 Holly C.
Starlink Satellite
January 06, 2026 Living in a rural area, getting great internet use to be impossible; however, Starlink changed that entirely! Although it did require a substantial investment to get hooked up, it was well worth the price. Starli k has given me the most stable and quick internet I've ever had. I was worried weather would negatively impact my connectivity, but thankfully, my Starlink works rain, snow, or shine! Even in the middle of winter in negative temperatures, my connection is stable. The monthly price is a little more expensive than other types of service, but well worth the price. I'm extremely satisfied with my choice to get Starlink.
Keenan H.
GCI Cable
November 15, 2025 GCI is the worst excuse for an ISP I have ever used. They provide sub par connection stability for an insane price. The only reason this company still exists is because they have a monopoly on internet service in Southern Alaska. They run single lines for service into large apartment and town houses. They knowingly leave this as the solution even though the connection provided will be unstable and insufficient if more than have of the people using that internet line are online at the same time. If I had any other choice, I would pay more way more money just to not have to have GCI as an internet provider.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Eagle River?
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 Eagle River is GCI.
- The fastest internet provider should be GCI. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, GCI may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Eagle River is MTA.
- Viasat, MTA Solutions, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Eagle River, available to 99.9% 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.