9 Best Internet Providers in Ponderay, ID
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| Ponderay ISP Report Card | A- | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 5,045 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 9 | |
| Real Ponderay Customer Ratings | 1 |
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.
Ponderay has 9 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 Ponderay.
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Ponderay has 9 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 Ponderay.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Ponderay, ID 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 Ponderay ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Ponderay, ID?
ting is the best internet provider in Ponderay based on Idaho customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, ting had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Ponderay, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. ting is an option for 80.71% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Ponderay, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Ponderay
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Ponderay Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Ponderay Overall | Idaho Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| ting | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| E.L. Internet Northwest | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| WOW | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Kaniksu | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Intermax Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MountainLink | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 8 reviews from Idaho internet customers, ting is the best internet service provider for Ponderay residents. ting was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. E.L. Internet Northwest wins for second-place in Idaho, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 17.9% coverage in Ponderay.
At a national level, based on 400 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, E.L. Internet Northwest is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Ponderay?
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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 Ponderay?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by ting. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Ziply 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 Ponderay
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Ziply | 6,000 Mbps | ||
| ting | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Vyve Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| MountainLink | 250 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Intermax Networks | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| Kaniksu Internet | 40 Mbps | ||
| E.L. Internet Northwest | 30 Mbps | ||
| WOW Wired or Wireless | 30 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Ponderay
| ISP / Tech Type | Ponderay Speed | Idaho Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| ting | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| E.L. Internet Northwest | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| WOW | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Kaniksu | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Intermax Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MountainLink | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Ponderay ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Ziply. The company offers speeds up to 6,000 Mbps in Ponderay. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,605 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 ting. This indicates ting reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Ponderay?
Idaho customers rate ting 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.
ting received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. E.L. Internet Northwest is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Ponderay customers with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Ponderay, Idaho, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Ponderay
| ISP / Tech Type | Ponderay Affordability | Idaho Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| ting | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| E.L. Internet Northwest | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| WOW | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Kaniksu | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Intermax Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| MountainLink | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Ponderay 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 Ponderay below, including the metrics used and how Ponderay compares to the rest of Idaho and nation.
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Ponderay | Idaho | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Ponderay that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 80.71% | 54.21% | 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. | 5,045 Mbps | 2,514 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 Ponderay. | 7.9 | 6.5 | 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. | 2.4 | 2.8 | 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. | 5% | 13% | 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. | 92% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 90% | 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. | 70% | 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. | 72% | 73% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Ponderay ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Ponderay is A-, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Ponderay is high with a score of 50 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Ponderay have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Ponderay 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.
90% of Ponderay households have an internet connection despite having 98.39% availability. 70% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% 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 70% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 72% subscribe to it. A large amount of Ponderay 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 Ponderay?
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 40 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 53 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 29 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 46 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 42 / 100
How Much Speed does a Ponderay Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Ponderay is 2.4, which is smaller than the Idaho average of 2.8 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Ponderay's average household income is $60,028 which is lower than the Idaho average of $80,528 and lower than 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.
Ponderay also has 11% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Idaho average of 18%. Additionally, 5% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 13% of residents in Idaho who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Ponderay has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Ponderay households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 92% of households have some sort of computing device, 82% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 91% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Ponderay?
Ziply Fiber in Ponderay, ID
Ziply offers Fiber service to 80.7% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, Ziply Fiber has speeds up to 5,958 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 6,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Ziply Fiber. Ziply Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Ponderay from Ziply in terms of customer satisfaction.
ting Fiber in Ponderay, ID
ting offers Fiber service to 80.7% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, ting Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Vyve Broadband Fiber in Ponderay, ID
Vyve Broadband offers Fiber service to 49.5% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, Vyve Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Ponderay?
Vyve Broadband Cable in Ponderay, ID
Vyve Broadband offers Cable service to 94.1% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, Vyve Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Ponderay?
Ziply DSL in Ponderay, ID
Ziply offers DSL service to 63.7% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, Ziply DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Ponderay?
MountainLink Fixed Wireless in Ponderay, ID
MountainLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.4% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, MountainLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 250 Mbps
Intermax Networks Fixed Wireless in Ponderay, ID
Intermax Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.9% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, Intermax Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Ponderay, ID
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.3% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 83 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
WOW Fixed Wireless in Ponderay, ID
WOW Wired or Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, WOW Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 30 Mbps
E.L. Internet Northwest Fixed Wireless in Ponderay, ID
E.L. Internet Northwest offers Fixed Wireless service to 17.9% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, E.L. Internet Northwest Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 30 Mbps
Kaniksu Fixed Wireless in Ponderay, ID
Kaniksu Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 11.5% of Ponderay homes. Across the city, Kaniksu Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 36 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 40 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 15, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Ponderay?
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 Ponderay is ting.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ziply. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, ting may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Ponderay is ting.
- Viasat, MountainLink, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Ponderay, 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 Ponderay compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Ponderay 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 Ponderay's A- ISP Report Card and 50 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 25 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 16 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 22 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 23 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 37 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 28 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 79 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 35 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100