Best Internet Providers in Shoshone County, ID
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Shoshone County, ID
Shoshone County has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Shoshone County.
Ranks compare Shoshone County with the 44 Idaho counties.
The Best Internet in Shoshone County, ID at a Glance
Shoshone County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Optimum
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Cable
Ziply
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Fiber
DSL
T-Mobile Home Internet
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Fixed Wireless
Verizon
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Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 Shoshone County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Shoshone County, ID?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Shoshone County based on 11 Idaho customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet 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.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Shoshone County?
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 Shoshone County
- Ziply - fiber coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- WOW - fixed wireless coverage map
- J & R Electronics - fixed wireless coverage map
- Ziply - dsl coverage map
- Intermax Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How Shoshone County Compares to the Rest of Idaho
Shoshone County's report card score is 18th of 44 and its connectivity index is 39th of 44.
| Measure | Shoshone County | Rank among Idaho counties | Idaho | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 84.3% | 7th of 44 | 57.4% | 71.5% | Madison County (97.7%) |
| Average top speed | 5,252 Mbps | 3rd of 44 | 3,168 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Kootenai County (6,158 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4 | 35th of 44 | 7.7 | 7.1 | Bonneville County (10.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.4 | Tied 38th of 44 | 2.8 | 2.7 | Madison County (4.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 9% | Tied 30th of 44 | 14% | 15% | Custer County (25%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 91% | Tied 41st of 44 | 97% | 96% | Blaine County and Clark County and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 88% | Tied 31st of 44 | 92% | 91% | Blaine County and Franklin County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 63% | Tied 23rd of 44 | 73% | 76% | Blaine County (84%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 73% | 38th of 44 | 85% | 81% | Madison County (95%) |
| Median household income | $55,930 | 40th of 44 | $84,595 | $93,246 | Teton County ($112,250) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 10% | Tied 37th of 44 | 18% | 16% | Madison County (67%) |
Fiber reaches 84.3% of homes in Shoshone County, against 57.4% across Idaho. Households in Shoshone County are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 9% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $55,930 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Shoshone County Compares to Its Neighbors
Shoshone County has 7 neighbors, 2 of them in Montana. Among them, Kootenai County has the most homes with fiber (83.2%) and Mineral County, MT the fewest (2.5%); Shoshone County has 84.3%.
Map of Shoshone County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Shoshone County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoshone County (this page) | 13,169 | 84.3% | 5,252 Mbps | 4 | B- | 41/100 |
| Kootenai County | 171,362 | 83.2% | 6,158 Mbps | 8.5 | A- | 69/100 |
| Bonner County | 47,110 | 41.0% | 2,189 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 43/100 |
| Latah County | 39,517 | 71.7% | 4,231 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 53/100 |
| Sanders County, MT | 12,400 | 76.5% | 795 Mbps | 2.9 | D+ | 59/100 |
| Benewah County | 9,530 | 46.6% | 1,845 Mbps | 4.4 | C | 29/100 |
| Clearwater County | 8,734 | 51.8% | 3,285 Mbps | 6.2 | B- | 28/100 |
| Mineral County, MT | 4,535 | 2.5% | 201 Mbps | 3.9 | D | 40/100 |
Internet in Shoshone County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 66.9% of homes in Kingston to 96.8% in Kellogg; by ZIP code, from 74.5% in 83849 (Osburn) to 96.7% in 83850 (Pinehurst). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Shoshone County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellogg | 2,518 | 96.8% | 5,850 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 48/100 |
| Pinehurst | 2,314 | 96.3% | 5,853 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 48/100 |
| Osburn | 2,061 | 80.2% | 4,923 Mbps | 3.1 | C+ | 41/100 |
| Wallace | 1,414 | 90.7% | 5,832 Mbps | 2.9 | B- | 50/100 |
| Kingston | 1,142 | 66.9% | 4,413 Mbps | 3.9 | C+ | 18/100 |
| Smelterville | 950 | 73.8% | 4,632 Mbps | 4 | C+ | 34/100 |
| Silverton | 703 | 86.9% | 5,280 Mbps | 2.7 | C+ | 68/100 |
| Mullan | 693 | 83.5% | 5,052 Mbps | 5.1 | B- | 46/100 |
| Wardner | 426 | 95.5% | 5,885 Mbps | 4.6 | B | 51/100 |
| Calder | 145 | 0.0% | 29 Mbps | 1 | F | 46/100 |
| Gem | 92 | 58.7% | 3,837 Mbps | 3.2 | C | 48/100 |
| Delta | 73 | 72.6% | 6,000 Mbps | 4 | C+ | 24/100 |
| Murray | 70 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 7/100 |
| Clarkia | 68 | 0.0% | 32 Mbps | 1.4 | F | 45/100 |
| Woodland Park | 59 | 25.4% | 2,150 Mbps | 3.2 | C- | 53/100 |
| Avery | 53 | 0.0% | 10 Mbps | 1 | F | 26/100 |
| Prichard | 28 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 7/100 |
ZIP codes in Shoshone County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83837 (Kellogg) | 3,214 | 96.7% | 5,856 Mbps | 4.6 | B | 49/100 |
| 83850 (Pinehurst) | 2,168 | 96.7% | 5,852 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 51/100 |
| 83849 (Osburn) | 1,962 | 74.5% | 4,610 Mbps | 3 | C+ | 40/100 |
| 83873 (Wallace) | 1,636 | 84.7% | 5,357 Mbps | 3.1 | C+ | 51/100 |
| 83839 (Kingston) | 1,530 | 75.0% | 4,834 Mbps | 4.2 | C+ | 19/100 |
| 83868 (Smelterville) | 912 | 73.9% | 4,642 Mbps | 4.1 | C+ | 34/100 |
| 83846 (Mullan) | 710 | 83.7% | 5,072 Mbps | 5.1 | B- | 46/100 |
| 83867 (Silverton) | 616 | 99.5% | 5,973 Mbps | 2.9 | B | 70/100 |
| 83808 (Calder) | 166 | 0.0% | 27 Mbps | 1 | F | 46/100 |
| 83802 (Avery) | 92 | 0.0% | 127 Mbps | 2.6 | F | 40/100 |
| 83874 (Trout Creek) | 84 | 16.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 1 | D | 32/100 |
| 83812 (Clarkia) | 75 | 0.0% | 17 Mbps | 1.4 | F | 46/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Shoshone County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. 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 Shoshone County
| Ziply | 6,000 |
|---|---|
| Optimum | 940 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Intermax Networks | 100 |
| J & R Electronics | 50 |
| WOW Wired or Wireless | 30 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Shoshone County Internet Providers
Based on 11 reviews from Idaho internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Shoshone County residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.67 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Ziply wins for second-place in Idaho, with 3.20 out of 5 stars and 87.9% coverage in Shoshone County.
At a national level, based on 2578 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Shoshone County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Shoshone County, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Shoshone County Overall | Idaho Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J & R Electronics |  (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (1) | (5) | (72) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (0) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| WOW | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Intermax Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Shoshone County
Based on data reported by Shoshone County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Ziply. The company offers speeds up to 6,000 Mbps in Shoshone County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,730 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Shoshone County Speed | Idaho Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J & R Electronics | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (1) | (5) | (72) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (0) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| WOW | (0) | (0) |  (1) | View Plans | ||
| Intermax Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Shoshone County?
Of the providers in Shoshone County, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Shoshone County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Idaho or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Verizon is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Ziply is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.60 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Shoshone County, Idaho, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Shoshone County
| ISP / Tech Type | Shoshone County Affordability | Idaho Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J & R Electronics | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (1) | (5) | (72) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (0) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| WOW | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Intermax Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Shoshone County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Shoshone County?
Ziply Fiber in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
84.3%
Customer Rating:
(60)
Avg. Download Speed
5,973 Mbps
Ziply offers Fiber service to 84.3% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, Ziply Fiber has speeds up to 5,973 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 Shoshone County from Ziply in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Shoshone County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
78.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.2% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, 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 county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
49.9%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
248 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 49.9% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 248 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 17 Mbps throughout the county.
WOW Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
49.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
WOW Wired or Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 49.0% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, WOW Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 30 Mbps
J & R Electronics Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
10.9%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
J & R Electronics offers Fixed Wireless service to 10.9% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, J & R Electronics Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 33 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 50 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 5.6 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
4.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.6% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
4.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.6% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Intermax Networks Fixed Wireless in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Intermax Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.7% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, Intermax Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Shoshone County?
Optimum Cable in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
87.8%
Customer Rating:
(223)
Avg. Download Speed
507 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 87.8% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, Optimum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 507 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 940 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 35, with an average of 20 Mbps throughout the county.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Shoshone County?
Ziply DSL in Shoshone County, ID
Availability:
15.8%
Customer Rating:
(11)
Avg. Download Speed
17 Mbps
Ziply offers DSL service to 15.8% of Shoshone County homes. Across the county, Ziply DSL has speeds up to 17 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 1.3 Mbps throughout the county. Ziply DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Shoshone County from Ziply in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Idaho
Customer Reviews
An Idaho Customer
J & R Electronics Fixed Wireless
December 16, 2024 They are a small company. When I first moved here, I tried Ziply, but they kept stringing me along until finally admitting they couldn't service my house. The only other option I knew of at the time was Optimum (then SuddenLink) but I hadn't heard anything good about them so I was loathe to have them service my house. Then I heard of J&R and gave them a call. They sent one of their guys right over for the installation. My internet is fast and very rarely has any problems at all, which is especially crucial since I work an online office from home.
LB
J & R Electronics Fixed Wireless
August 19, 2024 J n R Electronics provide us with the best internet in the valley. I work from home and their service is defiantly reliable and speedy. There have been a few instances when service was down but they communicate with their customers and go the extra mile to ensure that your are back up and running. There are a few other providers available in our area but I have by far had the best luck with J n R Electronics.
An Idaho Customer
Ziply DSL
March 06, 2023 ISPReports User
TDS Fiber
October 31, 2026 CUSTOMER SERVICE...? On hold for 30 mins and get 1 person. Placed on hold to transfer, another 30 mins and I hung up. WORTHLESS!!!
Mary Ann M.
Inland Cellular
October 14, 2026 I have ICell Service poles on my property, and do not pay for Cell or Internet Service... I do not use it for TV, I have DISH, for that. Sometimes it is pretty good, most of the time it is very sporatic, cuts me off during phone conversations, quite often. Cannot get on or stay on internet, very slow a lot of the time. I do not use it for TV or gaming, most of mine is research, business calls, documents that need to be sent. Often who I send e-mails to, they do not receive them or receive them days later. Download this am 56.7 Mbps & Upload 4.6 Mbps
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Shoshone County?
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 Shoshone County is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ziply. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Shoshone County is Verizon.
- Ziply, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Shoshone County, available to 87.9% 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.