Best Internet Providers in Independence, MO
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Independence, MO
Independence has 10 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 305 US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Independence, MO at a Glance
Independence Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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EarthLink
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AT&T
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GFiber
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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, MO?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Independence based on 127 Missouri customer reviews, and Google Fiber 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
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Wisper Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Everfast - fiber coverage map
- Indiana Telephone Network - fixed wireless coverage map
How Independence Compares to Places Its Size
Independence's report card score is tied 39th of 305 and its connectivity index is tied 257th of 305.
| Measure | Independence | Rank among US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people) | Jackson County | Missouri | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 88.4% | 101st of 305 | 94.4% | 75.5% | 71.5% | Overland Park, KS (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 5,413 Mbps | 69th of 305 | 6,667 Mbps | 3,330 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | West Valley City, UT (9,708 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 9 | Tied 44th of 305 | 8.9 | 8 | 7.1 | Carolina, PR (12.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.4 | Tied 228th of 305 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Lakewood, NJ (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 12% | Tied 193rd of 305 | 16% | 13% | 15% | Frisco, TX (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 187th of 305 | 96% | 95% | 96% | 46 places at 99% |
| Homes with internet | 90% | Tied 240th of 305 | 92% | 90% | 91% | Allen, TX and Cumming, GA and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 74% | Tied 234th of 305 | 77% | 71% | 76% | Highlands Ranch, CO (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 71% | Tied 282nd of 305 | 78% | 78% | 81% | Frisco, TX (96%) |
| Median household income | $64,685 | 282nd of 305 | $78,429 | $80,518 | $93,246 | Sunnyvale, CA ($189,225) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | Tied 293rd of 305 | 14% | 15% | 16% | College Station, TX (57%) |
Fiber reaches 88.4% of homes in Independence, against 94.4% across Jackson County and 75.5% across Missouri. Households in Independence are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 12% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $64,685 (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?
EarthLink Fiber in Independence, MO
Availability:
83.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,949 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 83.5% of Independence homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,949 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Independence from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Independence, MO
Availability:
83.5%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,949 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 83.5% of Independence homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,949 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Independence from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Google Fiber in Independence, MO
Availability:
28.0%
Customer Rating:
(105)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 28.0% of Independence homes. Across the city, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Independence, MO
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
Everfast Fiber in Independence, MO
Availability:
1.4%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Everfast Fiber offers Fiber service to 1.4% of Independence homes. Across the city, Everfast Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with 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, MO
Availability:
94.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
67 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.4% 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 67 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 12 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Independence, MO
Availability:
88.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
219 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.2% of Independence homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 219 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Independence, MO
Availability:
83.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.1% of Independence homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has 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, MO
Availability:
83.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.1% of Independence homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has 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.
Wisper Internet Fixed Wireless in Independence, MO
Availability:
70.3%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
219 Mbps
Wisper Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.3% of Independence homes. Across the city, Wisper Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 219 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 30, with an average of 21 Mbps throughout the city.
Indiana Telephone Network Fixed Wireless in Independence, MO
Availability:
3.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
200 Mbps
Indiana Telephone Network offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.5% of Independence homes. Across the city, Indiana Telephone Network Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 200 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Independence?
XFINITY Cable in Independence, MO
Availability:
98.5%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,992 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.5% of Independence homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,992 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 255 Mbps throughout the city.
Spectrum Cable in Independence, MO
Availability:
6.4%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 6.4% of Independence homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Independence?
EarthLink DSL in Independence, MO
Availability:
85.9%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 85.9% of Independence homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 71 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Independence from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Independence, MO
Availability:
85.9%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 85.9% of Independence homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 71 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Independence from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Independence by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 80.0% of homes in 64050 to 98.2% in 64052. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64055 | 35,942 | 90.7% | 6,345 Mbps | 9.4 | A- | 60/100 |
| 64050 | 22,301 | 80.0% | 4,426 Mbps | 9 | B+ | 43/100 |
| 64052 | 22,190 | 98.2% | 5,001 Mbps | 9.1 | A | 60/100 |
| 64056 | 16,975 | 84.9% | 4,734 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 72/100 |
| 64057 | 14,754 | 83.4% | 6,554 Mbps | 9.6 | A- | 60/100 |
| 64058 | 7,243 | 89.9% | 4,108 Mbps | 8.8 | A- | 68/100 |
| 64053 | 5,795 | 88.9% | 4,672 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 50/100 |
How Independence Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Independence that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Raytown has the most homes with fiber (99.9%) and Sugar Creek the fewest (87.7%); Independence has 88.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence (this page) | 124,342 | 88.4% | 5,413 Mbps | 9 | A- | 57/100 |
| Kansas City metro area | 2,192,035 | 93.3% | 6,353 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 72/100 |
| Blue Springs | 61,665 | 90.2% | 4,829 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 79/100 |
| Raytown | 30,649 | 99.9% | 7,950 Mbps | 9.8 | A+ | 63/100 |
| Sugar Creek | 4,172 | 87.7% | 4,419 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 61/100 |
| Lake Tapawingo | 883 | 63.8% | 3,953 Mbps | 8 | B | 78/100 |
| Lake City | 551 | 76.2% | 857 Mbps | 7 | C+ | 55/100 |
| Avondale | 478 | 100.0% | 1,615 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 73/100 |
| Birmingham | 189 | 0.0% | 300 Mbps | 4.2 | D- | 55/100 |
| Unity Village | 92 | 72.8% | 938 Mbps | 6.5 | C+ | 68/100 |
| Randolph | 57 | 0.0% | 656 Mbps | 6.6 | D+ | 55/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Independence?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Google 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
| Google Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Everfast Fiber | 1,000 |
| Wisper Internet | 400 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Indiana Telephone Network | 200 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Independence Internet Providers
Based on 127 reviews from Missouri internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Independence residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.70 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Missouri, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 94.4% coverage in Independence.
At a national level, based on 6663 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.23 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Independence Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Independence, Missouri, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Independence Overall | Missouri Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber | (1) |  (18) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (52) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (30) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (12) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) | (2) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (8) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Everfast | (0) | (0) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Indiana Telephone Network | (0) | (0) | (0) | 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 Google Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Independence. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Independence Speed | Missouri Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber | (1) | (18) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (52) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (30) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (12) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) | (2) |  (3) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (8) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Everfast | (0) | (0) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Indiana Telephone Network | (0) | (0) | (0) | 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 Missouri 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 3.43 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.42 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Independence, Missouri, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Independence
| ISP / Tech Type | Independence Affordability | Missouri Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (1) | (52) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (30) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (12) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) | (2) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (1) | (18) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (8) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Everfast | (0) | (0) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Indiana Telephone Network | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Missouri
Customer Reviews
A Independence, MO Customer
XFINITY Fiber
July 02, 2024 Jennifer B.
XFINITY Cable
December 31, 2023 I don’t mind the service I have at the moment. It’s reasonable speed for the price but we have so many devices running HD streaming and gaming that it tends to get a bit bogged down. I’ve been waiting for ages for a fiber service to make its way to my part of town. Just twenty miles away they’ve got Google Fiber and get much better drive at a fraction of the cost that we pay here. I’m always shopping around for better speeds.
Morgan
XFINITY Cable
May 28, 2023 We like our internet provider. We switched from a fiber service to a cable service when we moved. While we miss the speed of fiber, XFinity does well at keeping up well. It downloads at good speeds and we can stream more than one thing at once easily. We don't have many complaints, and the price is comparable to other similar services.
A Independence, MO Customer
XFINITY Cable
February 22, 2023 A Independence, MO Customer
XFINITY Fiber
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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 AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Google Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Independence is AT&T.
- Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in Independence, 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.