5 Best Internet Providers in Galata, MT

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Above are the top 4 providers in Galata, MT for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.

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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 Galata ratings may vary and are shown below.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Galata, MT?

Triangle Communications is the best internet provider in Galata based on Montana customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Triangle Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Galata, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Triangle Communications is an option for 6.62% of the city.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Galata, Montana, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Galata

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Galata Internet Providers

Based on 7 reviews from Montana internet customers, Triangle Communications is the best internet service provider for Galata 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 19.9% coverage in Galata.

At a national level, based on 1041 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, 3 Rivers Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Galata?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Triangle Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, 3 Rivers Communications 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 Galata

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	3 Rivers Communications	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	Triangle Communications	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	Northern Telephone Cooperative	50 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Galata

Based on data reported by Galata ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through 3 Rivers Communications. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Galata. 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 in the city 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.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Galata?

Montana customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Triangle Communications is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Galata customers with an average price rating of 4.67 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Galata, Montana, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Galata

Galata 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 Galata below, including the metrics used and how Galata compares to the rest of Montana and nation.

Galata ISP Report Card: C

	Metric (hover for details)	Galata	Montana	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Galata that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	100.00%	43.41%	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.	152 Mbps	1,506 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 Galata.	1.6	5.7	6.8

 

Galata Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Galata	Montana	USA
	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.	2.4	2.4	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.	19%	12%	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%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	92%	89%	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.	75%	68%	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.	75%	70%	76%

Galata ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Galata is C, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Galata is high with a score of 67 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Galata have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Galata 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.

92% of Galata households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 75% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 2% have satellite, 1% are still on dial-up, and 1% 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 75% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 75% subscribe to it. A large amount of Galata 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 Galata?

How Much Speed does a Galata Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Galata is 2.4, which is smaller than the Montana average of 2.4 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Galata's average household income is $68,911 which is higher than the Montana average of $74,612 and about average for 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.

Galata also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Montana average of 14%. Additionally, 19% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 12% of residents in Montana who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Galata has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Galata households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 94% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 88% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Galata?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Galata?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Galata, MT.

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Galata?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Galata, MT.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Galata?

Which ISP Should You Choose in Galata?

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 Galata is Triangle.
• The fastest internet provider should be 3 Rivers 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 Galata is T-Mobile Home Internet.
• HughesNet, Viasat, and Northern Telephone Cooperative has the broadest coverage in Galata, 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 Galata compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Galata 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 Galata's C ISP Report Card and 67 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.