11 Best Internet Providers in Newton, KS
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Newton ISP Report Card | A- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 2,433 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 11 |
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Real Newton Customer Ratings | 3 |
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.
Newton has 11 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Newton.
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Newton has 11 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Newton.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
Cox
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IdeaTek
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EarthLink
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DSL
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AT&T
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DSL
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Above are the top 4 providers in Newton, KS 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 Newton ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Newton, KS?
IdeaTek is the highest-rated internet provider in Newton based on 50 Kansas customer reviews, and IdeaTek 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 Newton, Kansas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Newton
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Newton Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Newton Overall | Kansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IdeaTek | (1) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (2) | (28) | (406) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (10) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| KwiKom Communications | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (1) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (2) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| KanOkla Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Velocity | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 50 reviews from Kansas internet customers, IdeaTek is the best internet service provider for Newton residents. IdeaTek was rated at an average of 4.75 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Cox Communications wins for second-place in Kansas, with 3.50 out of 5 stars and 94.0% coverage in Newton.
At a national level, based on 2413 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, IdeaTek is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.78 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Newton?
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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 Newton?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Newton, the fastest internet in the city comes from IdeaTek.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Newton
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| IdeaTek | 2,500 Mbps | ||
| Velocity | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Cox Communications | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| KanOkla Networks | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| KwiKom Communications | 60 Mbps | ||
| US Cellular | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Newton
| ISP / Tech Type | Newton Speed | Kansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IdeaTek | (1) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Cox |  (2) | (28) | (406) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (10) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| KwiKom Communications | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (2) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (1) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| KanOkla Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Velocity | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Newton ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through IdeaTek. The company offers speeds up to 2,500 Mbps in Newton. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,408 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 IdeaTek. This indicates IdeaTek reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Newton?
Kansas customers rate IdeaTek 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.
IdeaTek received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Cox Communications is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Newton customers with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Newton, Kansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Newton
| ISP / Tech Type | Newton Affordability | Kansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| IdeaTek | (1) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (2) | (28) | (406) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (10) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (2) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| KwiKom Communications | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (1) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| KanOkla Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Velocity | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Newton 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 Newton below, including the metrics used and how Newton compares to the rest of Kansas and nation.
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Newton | Kansas | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Newton that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 94.54% | 81.05% | 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. | 2,433 Mbps | 4,189 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 Newton. | 10.0 | 7.6 | 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 | 2.5 | 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. | 10% | 11% | 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. | 97% | 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. | 65% | 73% | 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. | 65% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Newton ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Newton is A-, which is comparable to other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Newton is high with a score of 49 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Newton have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Newton 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 Newton households have an internet connection despite having 99.91% availability. 65% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 4% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 5% 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 65% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 65% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of Newton 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 Newton?
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 65 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 40 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 38 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 24 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 64 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 65 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 34 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
How Much Speed does a Newton Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Newton is 2.5, which is smaller than the Kansas average of 2.5 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Newton's average household income is $68,223 which is about average for the Kansas average of $83,621 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.
Newton also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Kansas average of 17%. Additionally, 10% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 11% of residents in Kansas who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Newton has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Newton households are more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 79% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 93% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Newton?
IdeaTek Fiber in Newton, KS
Availability:
92.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
2,500 Mbps
IdeaTek offers Fiber service to 92.6% of Newton homes. Across the city, IdeaTek Fiber has speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Nextlink Fiber in Newton, KS
Availability:
53.2%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fiber service to 53.2% of Newton homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Velocity Fiber in Newton, KS
Availability:
25.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Velocity offers Fiber service to 25.4% of Newton homes. Across the city, Velocity Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Cox Fiber in Newton, KS
Availability:
3.8%
Customer Rating:
(56)
Avg. Download Speed
1,553 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 3.8% of Newton homes. Across the city, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 1,553 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 100 and as high as 100, with an average of 100 Mbps throughout the city. Cox Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Newton from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Newton?
Cox Cable in Newton, KS
Availability:
94.0%
Customer Rating:
(377)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 94.0% of Newton homes. Across the city, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Newton?
EarthLink DSL in Newton, KS
Availability:
65.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 65.9% of Newton homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in Newton, KS
Availability:
65.9%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 65.9% of Newton homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Newton?
KanOkla Networks Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
KanOkla Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.9% of Newton homes. Across the city, KanOkla Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
US Cellular Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
97.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
16 Mbps
US Cellular offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.6% of Newton homes. Across the city, US Cellular Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 16 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 1.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
96.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
545 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.5% of Newton homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 545 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 500, with an average of 234 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
95.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.7% of Newton homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 29 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 3.9 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
67.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 67.8% of Newton homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
KwiKom Communications Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
54.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
KwiKom Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 54.2% of Newton homes. Across the city, KwiKom Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 60 Mbps
IdeaTek Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
36.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
92 Mbps
IdeaTek offers Fixed Wireless service to 36.8% of Newton homes. Across the city, IdeaTek Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 92 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 9.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Velocity Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
34.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
498 Mbps
Velocity offers Fixed Wireless service to 34.1% of Newton homes. Across the city, Velocity Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 498 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 500 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 249 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
6.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
28 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.4% of Newton homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 28 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 3.7 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Newton, KS
Availability:
6.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
28 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.4% of Newton homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 28 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 3.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Newton?
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 Newton is IdeaTek.
- The fastest internet provider should be IdeaTek. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, IdeaTek may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Newton is IdeaTek.
- Viasat, KanOkla Networks, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Newton, 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 Newton compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Newton 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 Newton's A- ISP Report Card and 49 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 64 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 90 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 79 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 81 / 100