4 Best Internet Providers in Spaulding, WI
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| Spaulding ISP Report Card | C- | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 686 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 4 | |
| Real Spaulding 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.
Spaulding has 4 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. 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 3 available internet technologies in Spaulding.
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Spaulding has 4 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. 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 3 available internet technologies in Spaulding.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
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Above are the top 4 providers in Spaulding, WI 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 Spaulding ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Spaulding, WI?
TDS is the best internet provider in Spaulding based on Wisconsin 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 Spaulding, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. TDS is an option for 74.07% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Spaulding, Wisconsin, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Spaulding
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Spaulding Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Spaulding Overall | Wisconsin Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| TDS | (0) | (9) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Bug Tussel Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 16 reviews from Wisconsin internet customers, TDS is the best internet service provider for Spaulding residents. TDS was rated at an average of 3.89 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. US Cellular wins for second-place in Wisconsin, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 50.6% coverage in Spaulding.
At a national level, based on 136 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, US Cellular is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.61 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Spaulding?
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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 Spaulding?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by TDS. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Bug Tussel Wireless 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 Spaulding
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| TDS | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Bug Tussel Wireless | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps | ||
| Brightspeed | 10 Mbps | ||
| US Cellular | 10 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Spaulding
| ISP / Tech Type | Spaulding Speed | Wisconsin Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| TDS | (0) | (9) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Bug Tussel Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Spaulding ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Bug Tussel Wireless. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Spaulding. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 434 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 TDS. This indicates TDS reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Spaulding?
Wisconsin customers rate TDS 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.
TDS received a local rating of 3.89 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. US Cellular is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Spaulding customers with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Spaulding, Wisconsin, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Spaulding
| ISP / Tech Type | Spaulding Affordability | Wisconsin Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS | (0) | (9) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Bug Tussel Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Spaulding 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 Spaulding below, including the metrics used and how Spaulding compares to the rest of Wisconsin and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Spaulding that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 65.43% | 57.90% | 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. | 686 Mbps | 2,751 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 Spaulding. | 3.1 | 7.3 | 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. | 2.6 | 2.4 | 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. | 86% | 94% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 80% | 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. | 44% | 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. | 44% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Spaulding ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Spaulding is C-, which is much worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Spaulding is high with a score of 27 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Spaulding have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Spaulding 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.
80% of Spaulding households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 44% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 13% have satellite, 1% 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 44% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 44% subscribe to it. A very low number of Spaulding 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 Spaulding?
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 11 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 37 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 18 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 27 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 26 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 50 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
How Much Speed does a Spaulding Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Spaulding is 2.6, which is larger than the Wisconsin average of 2.4 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Spaulding's average household income is $63,097 which is lower than the Wisconsin average of $82,094 and lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
Spaulding also has 11% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Wisconsin average of 15%. Additionally, 6% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 12% of residents in Wisconsin who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Spaulding has a very low need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Spaulding households are much more technology-disengaged. 86% of households have some sort of computing device, 68% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 82% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Spaulding?
Bug Tussel Wireless Fiber in Spaulding, WI
Bug Tussel Wireless offers Fiber service to 42.0% of Spaulding homes. Across the city, Bug Tussel Wireless Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
TDS Fiber in Spaulding, WI
TDS offers Fiber service to 23.5% of Spaulding homes. Across the city, TDS Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Spaulding?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Spaulding, WI.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Spaulding?
TDS DSL in Spaulding, WI
TDS offers DSL service to 70.4% of Spaulding homes. Across the city, TDS DSL has speeds up to 74 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 15 Mbps throughout the city. TDS DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Spaulding from TDS in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Spaulding, WI
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 25.9% of Spaulding homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Spaulding?
Bug Tussel Wireless Fixed Wireless in Spaulding, WI
Bug Tussel Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Spaulding homes. Across the city, Bug Tussel Wireless Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 25 Mbps
US Cellular Fixed Wireless in Spaulding, WI
US Cellular offers Fixed Wireless service to 50.6% of Spaulding homes. Across the city, US Cellular Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Spaulding?
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 Spaulding is TDS.
- The fastest internet provider should be Bug Tussel Wireless. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, TDS may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Spaulding is TDS.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Bug Tussel Wireless has the broadest coverage in Spaulding, 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 Spaulding compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Spaulding 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 Spaulding's C- ISP Report Card and 27 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 64 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 21 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 23 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100
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