1 Best Internet Providers in Naknek, AK
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| Naknek ISP Report Card | F | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 18 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 1 | |
| Real Naknek Customer Ratings | 0 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Naknek has 1 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 1 available internet technologies in Naknek.
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Naknek has 1 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 1 available internet technologies in Naknek.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative
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Above are the top 4 providers in Naknek, AK for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Naknek ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Naknek, AK?
HughesNet is the highest-rated internet provider in Naknek based on 1 Alaska customer reviews, and HughesNet 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. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Naknek, Alaska, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Naknek
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Naknek Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Naknek Overall | Alaska Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 1 reviews from Alaska internet customers, HughesNet is the best internet service provider for Naknek residents. HughesNet was rated at an average of 2.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 29 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, HughesNet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.29 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Naknek?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Naknek?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by HughesNet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Viasat 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 Naknek
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps | ||
| Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Naknek
| ISP / Tech Type | Naknek Speed | Alaska Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Naknek ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Viasat. The company offers speeds up to 100 Mbps in Naknek. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 100 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with HughesNet. This indicates HughesNet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Naknek?
Alaska customers rate HughesNet 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.
HughesNet received a local rating of 2.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Naknek, Alaska, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Naknek
| ISP / Tech Type | Naknek Affordability | Alaska Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Naknek 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 Naknek below, including the metrics used and how Naknek compares to the rest of Alaska and nation.
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Naknek | Alaska | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Naknek that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 0.00% | 26.75% | 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. | 18 Mbps | 2,059 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 Naknek. | 1.0 | 2.8 | 6.8 |
| 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 | 2.7 | 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. | 9% | 9% | 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. | 94% | 97% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 81% | 91% | 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. | 73% | 68% | 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. | 130% | 77% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Naknek ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Naknek is F, which is much better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Naknek is high with a score of 58 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Naknek have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Naknek 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.
81% of Naknek households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 73% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 10% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% 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 73% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 130% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Naknek 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 Naknek?
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 38 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 23 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 23 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 49 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 49 / 100
How Much Speed does a Naknek Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Naknek is 2.5, which is smaller than the Alaska average of 2.7 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Naknek's average household income is $100,625 which is higher than the Alaska average of $96,207 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
Naknek also has 7% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Alaska average of 15%. Additionally, 9% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 9% of residents in Alaska who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Naknek has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Naknek households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 77% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 92% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Naknek?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Naknek, AK.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Naknek?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Naknek, AK.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Naknek?
Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative DSL in Naknek, AK
Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative offers DSL service to 100.0% of Naknek homes. Across the city, Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 18 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 2.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Naknek?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fixed wireless providers available in Naknek, AK.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Naknek?
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 Naknek is HughesNet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Viasat. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, HughesNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Naknek is HughesNet.
- HughesNet, Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in Naknek, 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 Naknek compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Naknek 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 Naknek's F ISP Report Card and 58 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 21 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 33 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 31 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 31 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 26 / 100
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