3 Best Internet Providers in Kiva, MI

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Above are the top 4 providers in Kiva, MI 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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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Kiva, MI?

TDS is the best internet provider in Kiva based on Michigan customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, TDS had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Kiva, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. TDS is an option for 92.77% of the city.

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

Top Rated Internet Providers in Kiva

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

Based on 3 reviews from Michigan internet customers, TDS is the best internet service provider for Kiva residents. TDS was rated at an average of 1.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Highline wins for second-place in Michigan, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 25.3% coverage in Kiva.

At a national level, based on 59 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Highline is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 5.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Kiva?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Kiva, the fastest internet in the city comes from Highline.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Kiva

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Highline	1,000 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	TDS	100 Mbps
	EAN	25 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Kiva

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

However, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Highline. This indicates Highline reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Kiva?

Michigan customers rate Highline 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.

Highline received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. TDS is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Kiva customers with an average price rating of 1.00 out of 5.

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

Rated Affordability in Kiva

Kiva 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 Kiva below, including the metrics used and how Kiva compares to the rest of Michigan and nation.

Kiva ISP Report Card: D-

	Metric (hover for details)	Kiva	Michigan	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Kiva that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	25.30%	44.81%	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.	336 Mbps	2,523 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 Kiva.	1.4	6.5	6.8

 

Kiva Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Kiva	Michigan	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.	2.5	2.5	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.	6%	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.	91%	95%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	83%	90%	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.	62%	72%	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%	73%	76%

Kiva ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Kiva is D-, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Kiva is high with a score of 44 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Kiva have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Kiva 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.

83% of Kiva households have an internet connection despite having 92.77% availability. 62% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 16% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 6% 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 62% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 75% subscribe to it. A large amount of Kiva 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 Kiva?

How Much Speed does a Kiva Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Kiva is 2.5, which is smaller than the Michigan average of 2.5 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Kiva's average household income is $66,600 which is about average for the Michigan average of $80,476 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.

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

Compared to the rest of the country, Kiva households are more technology-disengaged. 91% of households have some sort of computing device, 83% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 84% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Kiva?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Kiva?

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

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Kiva?

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

Which ISP Should You Choose in Kiva?

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 Kiva is TDS.
• The fastest internet provider should be Highline. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Highline may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Kiva is Highline.
• Viasat, TDS, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Kiva, 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 Kiva compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Kiva 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 Kiva's D- ISP Report Card and 44 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.