Best Internet Providers in Gateway, AK
All 2 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Gateway, AK
Gateway has 2 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, 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 Gateway.
Ranks compare Gateway with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Gateway, AK at a Glance
Gateway Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
MTA
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
GCI
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
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 Gateway ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Gateway, AK?
MTA Solutions is the best internet provider in Gateway based on Alaska customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, MTA Solutions had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Gateway, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. MTA Solutions is an option for 99.57% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Gateway?
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 Gateway
How Gateway Compares to Places Its Size
Gateway's report card score is in the bottom 32% and its connectivity index is in the top 4%.
| Measure | Gateway | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Matanuska-Susitna Borough | Alaska | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 73.0% | bottom 48% | 69.7% | 27.6% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 2,351 Mbps | top 26% | 2,000 Mbps | 2,053 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.6 | bottom 5% | 2.4 | 2.9 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 3.1 | top 6% | 2.8 | 2.7 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 13% | top 29% | 12% | 10% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | top 4% | 97% | 97% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 98% | top 3% | 93% | 92% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 82% | top 14% | 72% | 68% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 91% | top 7% | 83% | 81% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $121,659 | top 9% | $93,541 | $98,979 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 19% | top 7% | 15% | 15% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 73.0% of homes in Gateway, against 69.7% across Matanuska-Susitna Borough and 27.6% across Alaska. Households in Gateway are larger than the US average (3.1 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $121,659 (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 Gateway
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Gateway?
MTA Fiber in Gateway, AK
Availability:
73.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
MTA Solutions offers Fiber service to 73.0% of Gateway homes. Across the city, MTA Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Gateway?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fixed wireless providers available in Gateway, AK.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Gateway?
GCI Cable in Gateway, AK
Availability:
91.4%
Customer Rating:
(9)
Avg. Download Speed
2,500 Mbps
GCI offers Cable service to 91.4% of Gateway 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 Gateway?
MTA DSL in Gateway, AK
Availability:
96.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
111 Mbps
MTA Solutions offers DSL service to 96.0% of Gateway homes. Across the city, MTA DSL has speeds up to 111 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 53 Mbps throughout the city. MTA DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Gateway from MTA in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Gateway by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Gateway
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Gateway
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Gateway Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Gateway that have their own pages are all within 15 miles. Among them, Meadow Lakes has the most homes with fiber (88.2%) and Chugiak the fewest (37.0%); Gateway has 73.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway (this page) | 6,080 | 73.0% | 2,351 Mbps | 2.6 | C | 86/100 |
| Palmer | 20,034 | 65.1% | 2,108 Mbps | 2.4 | C- | 68/100 |
| 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 |
| Lakes | 8,562 | 79.7% | 2,441 Mbps | 2.7 | C | 77/100 |
| Meadow Lakes | 8,216 | 88.2% | 1,772 Mbps | 2.3 | C | 71/100 |
| Buffalo Soapstone | 1,021 | 78.9% | 812 Mbps | 1.8 | D+ | 76/100 |
| Lazy Mountain | 910 | 100.0% | 2,249 Mbps | 2.8 | B- | 63/100 |
| Eska | 499 | 44.5% | 540 Mbps | 1.5 | D | 56/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Gateway?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by MTA Solutions. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, GCI 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 Gateway
| GCI | 2,500 |
|---|---|
| MTA Solutions | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Gateway Internet Providers
Based on 25 reviews from Alaska internet customers, MTA Solutions is the best internet service provider for Gateway residents. MTA Solutions was rated at an average of 3.40 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. GCI wins for second-place in Alaska, with 2.80 out of 5 stars and 91.4% coverage in Gateway.
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 Gateway Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Gateway, Alaska, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Gateway Overall | Alaska Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTA |  (0) |  (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (1) | (20) |  (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Gateway
Based on data reported by Gateway ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through GCI. The company offers speeds up to 2,500 Mbps in Gateway. 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.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with MTA Solutions. This indicates MTA reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Gateway Speed | Alaska Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTA | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (1) | (20) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Gateway?
Of the providers in Gateway, customers rate MTA Solutions the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Gateway 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 2.40 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 2.55 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Gateway, Alaska, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Gateway
| ISP / Tech Type | Gateway Affordability | Alaska Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTA | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| GCI |  (1) | (20) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alaska
Customer Reviews
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.
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
Starlink Satellite
July 24, 2025 Internet service is consistent, low-latency, and very fast, supporting multiple computers and media demands (streaming video, music, home security) from a single router. The equipment is physically durable and withstands harsh environments without issue. Extremely satisfied with customer service, also - outstanding support, and easy to get to a human who is willing to help.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Gateway?
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 Gateway is MTA.
- The fastest internet provider should be GCI. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, MTA Solutions may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Gateway is MTA.
- Viasat, MTA Solutions, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Gateway, available to 99.6% 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.