Best Internet Providers in Independence, KY
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Independence, KY
Independence has 6 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, 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 Independence.
Ranks compare Independence 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 Independence, KY at a Glance
Independence Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Alta Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
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 Independence ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Independence, KY?
Spectrum is the highest-rated internet provider in Independence based on 113 Kentucky customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet 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.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Independence?
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 Independence
How Independence Compares to Places Its Size
Independence's report card score is in the top 25% and its connectivity index is in the top 10%.
| Measure | Independence | Rank among US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people) | Kenton County | Kentucky | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 99.6% | top 7% | 97.7% | 79.7% | 71.5% | 25 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 2,768 Mbps | bottom 45% | 2,788 Mbps | 2,777 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hixson, TN (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.2 | bottom 28% | 6 | 6.7 | 7.1 | San Lorenzo, CA (13) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 3.0 | top 15% | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Kiryas Joel, NY (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 13% | bottom 50% | 14% | 10% | 15% | Venice, CA (47%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | top 2% | 96% | 94% | 96% | 16 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 96% | top 13% | 93% | 89% | 91% | 13 places at 99% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 88% | top 9% | 83% | 71% | 76% | Burke, VA and Colleyville, TX and 3 more (94%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 87% | top 34% | 81% | 74% | 81% | University Park, TX (99%) |
| Median household income | $102,747 | top 40% | $88,693 | $71,265 | $93,246 | Scarsdale, NY ($244,191) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | top 22% | 15% | 15% | 16% | Rexburg, ID (71%) |
Fiber reaches 99.6% of homes in Independence, against 97.7% across Kenton County and 79.7% across Kentucky. Households in Independence are larger than the US average (3.0 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $102,747 (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 Independence
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Independence?
Alta Fiber in Independence, KY
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
2,775 Mbps
Alta Fiber offers Fiber service to 99.6% of Independence homes. Across the city, Alta Fiber has speeds up to 2,775 Mbps, with speeds from 2,000 Mpbs up to 3,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1,000 and as high as 3,000, with an average of 2,770 Mbps throughout the city. Alta Fiber is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Independence from Alta Fiber in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Independence, KY
Availability:
4.2%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 4.2% of Independence homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Independence?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Independence, KY
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.9% of Independence homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 75 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 14 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Independence, KY
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
262 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.6% of Independence homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 262 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Independence, KY
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.1% of Independence homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 48 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 8.2 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Independence, KY
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.1% of Independence homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 48 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 8.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Independence?
Spectrum Cable in Independence, KY
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.9% of Independence homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Independence?
Alta Fiber DSL in Independence, KY
Availability:
33.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Alta Fiber offers DSL service to 33.2% of Independence homes. Across the city, Alta Fiber DSL has speeds up to 50 Mbps
Internet in Independence by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Independence has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Independence
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Independence
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41051 | 31,610 | 99.5% | 2,753 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 89/100 |
How Independence Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Independence that have their own pages are all within 6 miles. Among them, Edgewood has the most homes with fiber (99.8%) and Crestview Hills the fewest (81.7%); Independence has 99.6%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence (this page) | 33,331 | 99.6% | 2,768 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 88/100 |
| Erlanger | 19,111 | 97.3% | 2,599 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 73/100 |
| Walton | 13,814 | 95.8% | 2,858 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 84/100 |
| Fort Mitchell | 13,365 | 96.0% | 2,852 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 85/100 |
| Elsmere | 10,169 | 94.0% | 2,715 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 73/100 |
| Edgewood | 8,630 | 99.8% | 2,948 Mbps | 6.4 | A- | 83/100 |
| Taylor Mill | 6,894 | 92.6% | 2,836 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 74/100 |
| Crestview Hills | 3,612 | 81.7% | 2,458 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 67/100 |
| Ryland Heights | 840 | 99.2% | 3,000 Mbps | 5.6 | B+ | 59/100 |
| White Tower | 498 | 100.0% | 3,000 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Tylor Mill | 226 | 98.2% | 2,973 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 70/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Independence?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Spectrum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Alta Fiber 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 Independence
| Alta Fiber | 3,000 |
|---|---|
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Independence Internet Providers
Based on 113 reviews from Kentucky internet customers, Spectrum is the best internet service provider for Independence residents. Spectrum was rated at an average of 3.30 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Kentucky, with 3.50 out of 5 stars and 94.1% coverage in Independence.
At a national level, based on 4227 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 Independence Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Independence, Kentucky, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Independence Overall | Kentucky Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (1) | (73) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (18) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) |  (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Alta Fiber | (3) | (13) | (54) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Independence
Based on data reported by Independence ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Alta Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 3,000 Mbps in Independence. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,775 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 Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Independence Speed | Kentucky Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum |  (1) | (73) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Alta Fiber | (3) | (13) | (54) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (18) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) |  (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Independence?
Of the providers in Independence, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Independence where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Kentucky or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 3.39 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Independence, Kentucky, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Independence
| ISP / Tech Type | Independence Affordability | Kentucky Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Fiber | (3) | (13) | (54) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (18) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (73) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Kentucky
Customer Reviews
A Independence, KY Customer
Alta Fiber
March 27, 2023 Overall I would rate my service provider a 2 out of 5. Many times the internet goes down and doesn't work and takes several days to fix it. It's a bit overpriced in my opinion. I prefer my service when it was Cincinnati Bell and not Altafiber.
A Independence, KY Customer
Alta Fiber
March 07, 2023 A Independence, KY Customer
Spectrum Cable
January 29, 2023 A Latonia, KY Customer
Alta Fiber
January 28, 2023 A Magnolia, KY Customer
SCRTC Fiber
June 01, 2026 I’ve been impressed with SCRTC’s fiber internet. They offer symmetrical speeds, which is great for things like remote work (which I do), video gaming, or big uploads. Plans go up to 5 Gbps, and pricing is pretty reasonable considering it’s unlimited and super low-latency (I’m seeing like 5 ms pings). They’re part of the Smart Rural Community program, which basically means they’ve invested in solid infrastructure for in remote areas. I'd generally say it’s super reliable, and their tech support has been responsive when needed. I haven't had any outages in the 2 years I've been living here. If you’re in an area where SCRTC fiber is available, it’s probably one of the best options you’ve got. Definitely better than any DSL or cable alternative, especially in rural Kentucky.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Independence?
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 Independence is Spectrum.
- The fastest internet provider should be Alta Fiber. 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 Independence is AT&T.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Independence, 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.