Best Internet Providers in Kentucky
All 32 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Kentucky
Kentucky has 32 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 state. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Kentucky.
Ranks compare Kentucky with the other 49 states.
The Best Internet in Kentucky at a Glance
Kentucky Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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EarthLink
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Windstream
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Providers with less than 1% coverage in this state 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 Kentucky ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Kentucky?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the highest-rated internet provider in Kentucky based on 218 local customer reviews. However, across the larger nationwide sample, T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating. 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 Kentucky?
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 Kentucky
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Metronet - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- Alta Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- FPB - fiber coverage map
- Conexon Connect - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- Brandenburg Telecom - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - cable coverage map
- NCTC - fiber coverage map
- SCRTC - fiber coverage map
- WK&T - fiber coverage map
- Hopkinsville Electric System - fiber coverage map
- Foothills Communications - fiber coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- DUO Broadband - fiber coverage map
- IMCTV - cable coverage map
- Owensboro Municipal Utilities - fiber coverage map
- BluegrassNet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Community Fiber Solutions - fixed wireless coverage map
- FPB - cable coverage map
- Alta Fiber - dsl coverage map
- Telecast Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- BridgeMAXX - fixed wireless coverage map
- BroadLinc - fixed wireless coverage map
- Bluegrass Fiber - fixed wireless coverage map
- Kentucky WiMAX - fixed wireless coverage map
- All Points Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
How Kentucky Compares to Other States
Kentucky's report card score is tied 17th of 50 and its connectivity index is tied 40th of 50.
| Measure | Kentucky | Rank among the 50 states | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||
| Fiber availability | 79.7% | 14th of 50 | 71.5% | Connecticut (93.9%) |
| Average top speed | 2,777 Mbps | 30th of 50 | 3,486 Mbps | Connecticut (6,892 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.7 | Tied 29th of 50 | 7.1 | Utah (8.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 23rd of 50 | 2.7 | Hawaii and Utah (3.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 10% | Tied 39th of 50 | 15% | Colorado (21%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 94% | Tied 42nd of 50 | 96% | Utah (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 89% | Tied 40th of 50 | 91% | California and Colorado and 2 more (94%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 71% | Tied 39th of 50 | 76% | New Hampshire (83%) |
| More about the households here | ||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 74% | 45th of 50 | 81% | Utah (89%) |
| Median household income | $71,265 | 46th of 50 | $93,246 | New Jersey ($118,198) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 29th of 50 | 16% | Utah (20%) |
Households in Kentucky are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $71,265 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Internet in Kentucky by County
Fiber reaches from 6.3% of homes in Nicholas County to 99.8% in Ballard County. Every county links to its own page.
Map of Kentucky counties by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Every county in Kentucky
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County | 782,969 | 88.0% | 4,072 Mbps | 9 | A- | 62/100 |
| Fayette County | 322,570 | 92.9% | 4,842 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Kenton County | 169,064 | 97.7% | 2,788 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 75/100 |
| Boone County | 135,968 | 98.2% | 2,822 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Warren County | 134,554 | 79.6% | 3,245 Mbps | 7 | B | 63/100 |
| Hardin County | 110,702 | 84.0% | 1,520 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 62/100 |
| Daviess County | 103,312 | 98.3% | 3,054 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 53/100 |
| Campbell County | 93,076 | 96.8% | 2,842 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Madison County | 92,701 | 88.0% | 4,275 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 55/100 |
| Bullitt County | 82,217 | 86.6% | 1,814 Mbps | 6 | B- | 68/100 |
| Christian County | 72,748 | 89.8% | 2,744 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 40/100 |
| McCracken County | 67,875 | 47.0% | 2,685 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 48/100 |
| Oldham County | 67,607 | 97.4% | 4,682 Mbps | 8.7 | A | 87/100 |
| Pulaski County | 65,034 | 62.9% | 1,504 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 46/100 |
| Laurel County | 62,613 | 50.2% | 1,608 Mbps | 6.3 | C+ | 64/100 |
| Pike County | 58,669 | 16.1% | 902 Mbps | 3.7 | D | 39/100 |
| Scott County | 57,155 | 88.2% | 2,950 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Jessamine County | 52,991 | 88.4% | 4,269 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Franklin County | 51,541 | 92.3% | 4,679 Mbps | 9.2 | A- | 46/100 |
| Boyd County | 48,261 | 86.7% | 1,781 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 47/100 |
| Shelby County | 48,065 | 62.2% | 3,041 Mbps | 8.5 | B | 62/100 |
| Nelson County | 46,738 | 67.4% | 3,047 Mbps | 8.1 | B | 49/100 |
| Hopkins County | 45,423 | 25.4% | 1,801 Mbps | 6.9 | C+ | 44/100 |
| Henderson County | 44,793 | 93.8% | 3,723 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 46/100 |
| Barren County | 44,485 | 98.3% | 1,307 Mbps | 4.9 | B- | 52/100 |
| Calloway County | 37,103 | 63.3% | 1,985 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 31/100 |
| Clark County | 36,972 | 88.6% | 3,745 Mbps | 8.1 | B+ | 60/100 |
| Whitley County | 36,712 | 34.7% | 2,180 Mbps | 6.4 | C+ | 53/100 |
| Graves County | 36,649 | 93.1% | 2,858 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 37/100 |
| Greenup County | 35,962 | 71.2% | 1,636 Mbps | 4.9 | C+ | 43/100 |
| Floyd County | 35,942 | 14.5% | 1,076 Mbps | 3.1 | D+ | 38/100 |
| Marshall County | 31,659 | 30.8% | 1,367 Mbps | 4.8 | C- | 41/100 |
| Muhlenberg County | 30,928 | 36.1% | 1,465 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 35/100 |
| Boyle County | 30,614 | 77.0% | 3,527 Mbps | 8.3 | B+ | 42/100 |
| Knox County | 30,193 | 78.2% | 3,895 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 55/100 |
| Meade County | 30,003 | 89.5% | 1,006 Mbps | 4.4 | C+ | 71/100 |
| Perry County | 28,473 | 52.9% | 1,307 Mbps | 3.7 | C- | 59/100 |
| Montgomery County | 28,114 | 71.0% | 3,068 Mbps | 8.6 | B+ | 48/100 |
| Logan County | 27,432 | 99.6% | 3,141 Mbps | 5.2 | B+ | 38/100 |
| Woodford County | 26,871 | 81.0% | 4,087 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 64/100 |
| Harlan County | 26,831 | 92.2% | 1,174 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 43/100 |
| Carter County | 26,627 | 47.5% | 1,008 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 29/100 |
| Grayson County | 26,420 | 90.4% | 1,317 Mbps | 6 | B- | 42/100 |
| Taylor County | 26,023 | 65.2% | 1,526 Mbps | 6.2 | C+ | 50/100 |
| Grant County | 24,941 | 95.4% | 2,022 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 62/100 |
| Rowan County | 24,662 | 78.7% | 1,745 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 59/100 |
| Lincoln County | 24,275 | 78.0% | 1,209 Mbps | 7.1 | B- | 33/100 |
| Bell County | 24,097 | 24.0% | 1,733 Mbps | 5.5 | C | 33/100 |
| Anderson County | 23,852 | 81.5% | 3,213 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 47/100 |
| Ohio County | 23,772 | 55.8% | 1,221 Mbps | 6.4 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Johnson County | 22,680 | 96.0% | 1,292 Mbps | 3.6 | C+ | 54/100 |
| Mercer County | 22,641 | 46.4% | 2,468 Mbps | 8.3 | B | 48/100 |
| Letcher County | 21,548 | 19.4% | 1,002 Mbps | 3 | D+ | 48/100 |
| Allen County | 20,588 | 99.4% | 1,310 Mbps | 4.3 | B- | 42/100 |
| Breckinridge County | 20,432 | 93.8% | 966 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 34/100 |
| Clay County | 20,345 | 91.9% | 1,849 Mbps | 4.8 | B- | 50/100 |
| Bourbon County | 20,252 | 80.1% | 3,015 Mbps | 8.1 | B+ | 41/100 |
| Simpson County | 19,594 | 99.0% | 1,287 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 48/100 |
| Marion County | 19,581 | 77.1% | 1,573 Mbps | 6.9 | B- | 41/100 |
| Wayne County | 19,555 | 89.8% | 1,773 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 46/100 |
| Spencer County | 19,490 | 78.2% | 3,555 Mbps | 7.4 | B | 68/100 |
| Hart County | 19,288 | 93.3% | 986 Mbps | 5.3 | C+ | 44/100 |
| Adair County | 18,903 | 88.8% | 1,448 Mbps | 6 | B- | 49/100 |
| Harrison County | 18,692 | 49.4% | 2,427 Mbps | 7.6 | B- | 30/100 |
| Russell County | 17,991 | 99.0% | 1,014 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 41/100 |
| Mason County | 17,120 | 52.0% | 1,038 Mbps | 6.7 | C+ | 37/100 |
| Garrard County | 16,953 | 75.1% | 1,483 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 46/100 |
| McCreary County | 16,888 | 99.6% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.2 | C+ | 50/100 |
| Lawrence County | 16,293 | 99.4% | 1,001 Mbps | 3.2 | C+ | 55/100 |
| Rockcastle County | 16,037 | 64.0% | 1,406 Mbps | 5.3 | C+ | 40/100 |
| Casey County | 15,941 | 81.5% | 1,602 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 30/100 |
| Henry County | 15,678 | 26.4% | 1,075 Mbps | 5.2 | C- | 34/100 |
| Fleming County | 15,082 | 50.9% | 1,198 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 33/100 |
| Larue County | 14,867 | 68.8% | 1,202 Mbps | 5.7 | C+ | 48/100 |
| Pendleton County | 14,644 | 98.5% | 2,542 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 46/100 |
| Knott County | 14,251 | 94.8% | 1,026 Mbps | 2 | C | 51/100 |
| Estill County | 14,163 | 99.1% | 2,007 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 32/100 |
| Trigg County | 14,061 | 86.0% | 1,016 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 25/100 |
| Morgan County | 13,726 | 99.3% | 2,000 Mbps | 2.2 | C+ | 58/100 |
| Breathitt County | 13,718 | 83.7% | 872 Mbps | 3.8 | C- | 33/100 |
| Union County | 13,668 | 40.7% | 1,356 Mbps | 6.8 | C+ | 44/100 |
| Powell County | 13,129 | 95.4% | 3,785 Mbps | 7.7 | A- | 28/100 |
| Lewis County | 13,080 | 31.2% | 966 Mbps | 5.1 | C- | 47/100 |
| Webster County | 13,017 | 12.4% | 767 Mbps | 5 | D+ | 32/100 |
| Jackson County | 12,955 | 99.5% | 1,012 Mbps | 1.9 | C+ | 50/100 |
| Bath County | 12,750 | 90.0% | 1,700 Mbps | 5.1 | B- | 41/100 |
| Caldwell County | 12,649 | 29.1% | 824 Mbps | 5.3 | C- | 31/100 |
| Butler County | 12,371 | 98.7% | 1,573 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 23/100 |
| Todd County | 12,243 | 99.7% | 1,287 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 34/100 |
| Edmonson County | 12,126 | 94.6% | 1,061 Mbps | 6 | B- | 36/100 |
| Washington County | 12,027 | 90.5% | 2,068 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 26/100 |
| Magoffin County | 11,637 | 99.6% | 1,052 Mbps | 3.2 | C+ | 42/100 |
| Monroe County | 11,338 | 84.2% | 963 Mbps | 5.3 | C | 38/100 |
| Martin County | 11,287 | 8.6% | 940 Mbps | 2.9 | D | 42/100 |
| Owen County | 11,278 | 74.6% | 933 Mbps | 5 | C | 36/100 |
| Green County | 11,107 | 83.2% | 1,333 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 38/100 |
| Carroll County | 10,810 | 30.3% | 910 Mbps | 5.2 | C- | 33/100 |
| Leslie County | 10,513 | 52.8% | 657 Mbps | 2.1 | D | 44/100 |
| Metcalfe County | 10,286 | 93.3% | 960 Mbps | 2.8 | C- | 50/100 |
| Clinton County | 9,253 | 67.4% | 1,590 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 25/100 |
| McLean County | 9,152 | 73.3% | 1,397 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 39/100 |
| Hancock County | 9,095 | 99.0% | 1,997 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 27/100 |
| Crittenden County | 8,990 | 15.9% | 1,258 Mbps | 4.9 | C- | 21/100 |
| Livingston County | 8,888 | 28.0% | 1,984 Mbps | 3.2 | C- | 31/100 |
| Gallatin County | 8,690 | 95.3% | 2,681 Mbps | 6 | B | 54/100 |
| Lyon County | 8,680 | 35.1% | 1,363 Mbps | 3.9 | C- | 24/100 |
| Trimble County | 8,474 | 75.4% | 977 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 27/100 |
| Bracken County | 8,400 | 35.1% | 871 Mbps | 5.7 | C- | 42/100 |
| Ballard County | 7,728 | 99.8% | 1,024 Mbps | 3.4 | C+ | 40/100 |
| Nicholas County | 7,537 | 6.3% | 528 Mbps | 5.7 | D+ | 26/100 |
| Lee County | 7,395 | 80.5% | 2,351 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 22/100 |
| Elliott County | 7,354 | 99.6% | 2,000 Mbps | 1.7 | C+ | 64/100 |
| Wolfe County | 6,562 | 99.3% | 2,003 Mbps | 2.2 | C+ | 55/100 |
| Fulton County | 6,515 | 55.6% | 947 Mbps | 4.9 | C- | 32/100 |
| Menifee County | 6,113 | 99.2% | 2,000 Mbps | 2.8 | B- | 38/100 |
| Cumberland County | 5,888 | 88.1% | 1,207 Mbps | 5 | C+ | 26/100 |
| Carlisle County | 4,826 | 86.9% | 1,570 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 40/100 |
| Hickman County | 4,521 | 99.4% | 1,057 Mbps | 4.8 | B- | 41/100 |
| Owsley County | 4,051 | 98.4% | 1,015 Mbps | 1.6 | C | 37/100 |
| Robertson County | 2,193 | 26.7% | 370 Mbps | 4.9 | D+ | 24/100 |
Internet Service Providers in Kentucky’s Biggest Cities
See internet service options for the largest cities in Kentucky below. Click on any city you want to explore or use our location search for more specific results.
- Max download speed: 3,501 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Max download speed: 4,830 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Max download speed: 3,489 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B
- Max download speed: 3,247 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Max download speed: 4,321 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Max download speed: 2,708 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B
- Max download speed: 4,742 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Max download speed: 3,350 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Max download speed: 1,853 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Max download speed: 4,487 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Max download speed: 3,315 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Max download speed: 1,579 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Max download speed: 1,402 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Max download speed: 3,082 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Max download speed: 2,768 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Kentucky?
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, EarthLink 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 Kentucky
| Metronet | 5,120 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| FPB | 5,000 |
| Alta Fiber | 3,000 |
| Windstream | 2,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Mediacom | 2,000 |
| Conexon Connect | 2,000 |
| Optimum | 2,000 |
| IMCTV | 2,000 |
| WK&T | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Brandenburg Telecom | 1,000 |
| South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) | 1,000 |
| NCTC | 1,000 |
| Hopkinsville Electric System | 1,000 |
| Thacker-Grigsby | 1,000 |
| Foothills Communications | 1,000 |
| DUO Broadband | 1,000 |
| Owensboro Municipal Utilities | 1,000 |
| All Points Broadband | 500 |
| BroadLinc | 499 |
| Bluegrass Fiber | 250 |
| Telecast Communications | 250 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| BluegrassNet | 100 |
| Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) | 100 |
| BridgeMAXX | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| Kentucky WiMAX | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Kentucky Internet Providers
Based on 218 reviews from Kentucky internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider in the state. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Kentucky, with 4.33 out of 5 stars and 77.5% coverage in Kentucky. At a state level, Verizon was found in our consumer study to be the highest-rated internet provider in Kentucky. For the providers above, there were 188 reviews from Kentucky internet service customers.
At a national level, based on 7250 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Kentucky Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Kentucky, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Kentucky Overall | Kentucky Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkinsville Electric System | (3) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Metronet | (9) | (9) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Alta Fiber | (13) | (13) | (54) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (3) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Conexon Connect | (2) | (2) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| Foothills Communications | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (5) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| WK&T | (5) | (5) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| IMCTV | (1) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Owensboro Municipal Utilities | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| NCTC | (3) | (3) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Brandenburg Telecom | (6) | (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| SCRTC | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| BroadLinc | (1) | (1) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (6) | (6) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (2) | (2) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (18) | (18) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (19) | (19) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| FPB | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (2) | (2) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (73) | (73) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Thacker-Grigsby | (3) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (0) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| All Points Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Kentucky WiMAX | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BridgeMAXX | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bluegrass Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Telecast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BluegrassNet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| DUO Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Kentucky
Based on data reported by Kentucky ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the state are available through EarthLink. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Kentucky. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,587 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 | Kentucky Speed | Kentucky Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Fiber | (13) | (13) | (54) | View Plans | ||
| Foothills Communications | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Hopkinsville Electric System | (3) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Metronet | (9) | (9) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| NCTC | (3) | (3) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Conexon Connect | (2) | (2) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| Brandenburg Telecom | (6) | (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (5) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (73) | (73) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| IMCTV | (1) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (3) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (6) | (6) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (18) | (18) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Owensboro Municipal Utilities | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (19) | (19) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| WK&T | (5) | (5) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (2) | (2) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| BroadLinc | (1) | (1) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| SCRTC | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| FPB | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Thacker-Grigsby | (3) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (2) | (2) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (0) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| All Points Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Kentucky WiMAX | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BridgeMAXX | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bluegrass Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Telecast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
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Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Kentucky?
Of the providers in Kentucky, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing, across Kentucky or, where too few have reviewed a provider, across the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.80 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Kentucky and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Kentucky
| ISP / Tech Type | Kentucky Affordability | Kentucky Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (5) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Hopkinsville Electric System | (3) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| NCTC | (3) | (3) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| WK&T | (5) | (5) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (3) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (6) | (6) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Conexon Connect | (2) | (2) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (2) | (2) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| SCRTC | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Alta Fiber | (13) | (13) | (54) | View Plans | ||
| BroadLinc | (1) | (1) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Owensboro Municipal Utilities | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Metronet | (9) | (9) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| IMCTV | (1) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Foothills Communications | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| FPB | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Brandenburg Telecom | (6) | (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (18) | (18) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Thacker-Grigsby | (3) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (2) | (2) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (19) | (19) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (73) | (73) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (0) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| All Points Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Kentucky WiMAX | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BridgeMAXX | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bluegrass Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Telecast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BluegrassNet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| DUO Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Kentucky
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Kentucky?
EarthLink Fiber in Kentucky
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 27.6% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,568 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 Kentucky from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Kentucky
AT&T offers Fiber service to 27.6% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,568 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 Kentucky from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream Fiber in Kentucky
Windstream offers Fiber service to 15.2% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 1,844 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Windstream Fiber. Windstream Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Kentucky from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Kentucky
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 11.7% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Alta Fiber in Kentucky
Alta Fiber offers Fiber service to 9.7% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Alta Fiber has speeds up to 2,795 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 3,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 500 and as high as 3,000, with an average of 2,771 Mbps throughout the state. Alta Fiber is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Kentucky from Alta Fiber in terms of customer satisfaction.
Metronet Fiber in Kentucky
Metronet offers Fiber service to 9.2% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Metronet Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,120 Mbps
Brandenburg Telecom Fiber in Kentucky
Brandenburg Telecom offers Fiber service to 3.0% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Brandenburg Telecom Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
NCTC Fiber in Kentucky
NCTC offers Fiber service to 2.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, NCTC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
SCRTC Fiber in Kentucky
South Central Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (SCRTC) offers Fiber service to 2.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, SCRTC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Conexon Connect Fiber in Kentucky
Conexon Connect offers Fiber service to 2.1% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Conexon Connect Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Hopkinsville Electric System Fiber in Kentucky
Hopkinsville Electric System offers Fiber service to 1.8% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Hopkinsville Electric System Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks Fiber in Kentucky
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 1.6% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Foothills Communications Fiber in Kentucky
Foothills Communications offers Fiber service to 1.4% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Foothills Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
DUO Broadband Fiber in Kentucky
DUO Broadband offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, DUO Broadband Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Owensboro Municipal Utilities Fiber in Kentucky
Owensboro Municipal Utilities offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Owensboro Municipal Utilities Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
FPB Fiber in Kentucky
FPB offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, FPB Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Kentucky?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.9% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 62 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 11 Mbps throughout the state.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 77.5% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 258 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 18 Mbps throughout the state.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 73.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 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 30, with an average of 6.5 Mbps throughout the state.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 73.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 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 6.5 Mbps throughout the state.
BluegrassNet Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
BluegrassNet offers Fixed Wireless service to 10.5% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, BluegrassNet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.8% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 82 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 16 Mbps throughout the state.
All Points Broadband Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
All Points Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.8% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, All Points Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 11 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 500, with an average of 1.6 Mbps throughout the state.
BridgeMAXX Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
BridgeMAXX offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.6% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, BridgeMAXX Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 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 8.4 Mbps throughout the state.
Kentucky WiMAX Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
Kentucky WiMAX offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.5% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Kentucky WiMAX Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
BroadLinc Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
BroadLinc offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.1% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, BroadLinc Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 56 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 499 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 285, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the state.
Bluegrass Fiber Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
Bluegrass Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.9% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Bluegrass Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 59 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 250 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 50, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the state.
Telecast Communications Fixed Wireless in Kentucky
Telecast Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Telecast Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 250 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 250, with an average of 56 Mbps throughout the state.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Kentucky?
Spectrum Cable in Kentucky
Spectrum offers Cable service to 64.0% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
XFINITY Cable in Kentucky
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 5.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,419 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 94 Mbps throughout the state.
Mediacom Cable in Kentucky
Mediacom offers Cable service to 2.8% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Mediacom Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,032 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 81 Mbps throughout the state.
Optimum Cable in Kentucky
Optimum offers Cable service to 1.9% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Optimum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 694 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 200, with an average of 28 Mbps throughout the state.
IMCTV Cable in Kentucky
IMCTV offers Cable service to 1.2% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, IMCTV Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Kentucky?
EarthLink DSL in Kentucky
EarthLink offers DSL service to 37.8% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 34 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 6.3 Mbps throughout the state. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Kentucky from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Kentucky
AT&T offers DSL service to 37.8% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 34 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 6.3 Mbps throughout the state. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Kentucky from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream DSL in Kentucky
Windstream offers DSL service to 24.3% of Kentucky homes. Across the state, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 124 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 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 13 Mbps throughout the state. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Kentucky from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Kentucky
Customer Reviews
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.
dan m
Spectrum Cable
May 31, 2026 spectrum internet is a little over priced for what you get. the service is fine, but could be faster. the main problems ive had with spectrum have been their customer support, which is usually slow or just incompetent. if prices were lower this would be not a problem.
Jen L.
Spectrum Cable
May 22, 2026 My husband works for Spectrum's design office and our internet is free. I work from home and am able to connect flawlessly while my kids stream tv and play games. I appreciate the app that accompanies the service, as I recieve outage alerts and bill reminders. Any time we have had an issue, I have had a quick response from customer service or my app alerts me of a service disruption. Overall I am very pleased with the quality of our internet service and responsiveness of the provider.
Susan P.
AT&T DSL
May 19, 2026 My internet provider still gave me a substantial discount as I am a senior citizen. Even though the funding from the government ran out they covered me with quite a benefit. I need to cll them though as someone from Comcast stating representing ATT tried to rip me off to continue my current low price.
Scott G.
Windstream Fiber
May 02, 2026 I left Windstream DSL for two years for cable from Cox. Cox raised their prices so I went back to windstream and they then had fiber internet. Their service has been better since I came back.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Kentucky?
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 Kentucky is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink. 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 Kentucky is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Kentucky, available to 89.9% 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.