2 Best Internet Providers in Ellis, ID
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| Ellis ISP Report Card | D+ | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 675 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 2 | |
| Real Ellis Customer Ratings | 0 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Ellis has 2 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. 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 3 available internet technologies in Ellis.
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Ellis has 2 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. 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 3 available internet technologies in Ellis.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Ellis, ID for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Ellis ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Ellis, ID?
HughesNet is the best internet provider in Ellis based on Idaho customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, HughesNet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Ellis, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. HughesNet is an option for 87.29% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Ellis, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Ellis
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Ellis Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Ellis Overall | Idaho Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Custer | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 1 reviews from Idaho internet customers, HughesNet is the best internet service provider for Ellis residents. HughesNet was rated at an average of 2.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 313 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.04 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Ellis?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Ellis?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by HughesNet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Custer Telephone Cooperative 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 Ellis
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Custer Telephone Cooperative | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Ellis
| ISP / Tech Type | Ellis Speed | Idaho Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Custer | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Ellis ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Custer Telephone Cooperative. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Ellis. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 675 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with HughesNet. This indicates HughesNet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Ellis?
Idaho customers rate HughesNet as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
HughesNet received a local rating of 2.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Ellis, Idaho, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Ellis
| ISP / Tech Type | Ellis Affordability | Idaho Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Custer | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Ellis Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the city and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Ellis below, including the metrics used and how Ellis compares to the rest of Idaho and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Ellis that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 65.25% | 54.21% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 675 Mbps | 2,514 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Ellis. | 1.7 | 6.5 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.2 | 2.8 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 16% | 13% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 95% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 89% | 91% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 64% | 72% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 73% | 73% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Ellis ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Ellis is D+, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Ellis is high with a score of 53 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Ellis have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Ellis ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
89% of Ellis households have an internet connection while having 87.29% availability. 64% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 14% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 4% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 64% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 73% subscribe to it. A large amount of Ellis residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Cities Compare to Ellis?
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 45 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 59 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 59 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 38 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 46 / 100
How Much Speed does a Ellis Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Ellis is 2.2, which is smaller than the Idaho average of 2.8 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Ellis's average household income is $43,903 which is much lower than the Idaho average of $80,528 and much lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate fewer devices being used less often.
Ellis also has 11% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Idaho average of 18%. Additionally, 16% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Idaho who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Ellis has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Ellis households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 77% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Ellis?
Custer Fiber in Ellis, ID
Custer Telephone Cooperative offers Fiber service to 65.3% of Ellis homes. Across the city, Custer Fiber has speeds up to 895 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Custer Fiber.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Ellis?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Ellis, ID.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Ellis?
Custer DSL in Ellis, ID
Custer Telephone Cooperative offers DSL service to 60.6% of Ellis homes. Across the city, Custer DSL has speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Ellis?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Ellis, ID
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 25.4% of Ellis homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Ellis?
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 Ellis is HughesNet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Custer Telephone Cooperative. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, HughesNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Ellis is HughesNet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Custer Telephone Cooperative has the broadest coverage in Ellis, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does Ellis compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Ellis stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Ellis's D+ ISP Report Card and 53 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 31 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 8 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 53 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 17 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 20 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 23 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 46 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
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