Best Internet Providers in Star, ID
All 11 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Star, ID
Star 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 Star.
Ranks compare Star with the 3,338 US towns of 10,000 to 24,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Star, ID at a Glance
Star Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
CenturyLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Sparklight
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Quantum Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Star ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Star, ID?
Sparklight is the highest-rated internet provider in Star based on 26 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Star?
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 Star
- Sparklight - cable coverage map
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Anthem Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Sparklight - fiber coverage map
- Silver Star - fiber coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- CTC - fixed wireless coverage map
How Star Compares to Places Its Size
Star's report card score is in the bottom 31% and its connectivity index is in the top 16%.
| Measure | Star | Rank among US towns of 10,000 to 24,999 people | Ada County | Idaho | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 44.2% | bottom 23% | 49.7% | 57.4% | 71.5% | 115 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,313 Mbps | bottom 17% | 2,333 Mbps | 3,168 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Middle Valley, TN and Red Bank, TN and 1 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 8 | top 21% | 7.8 | 7.7 | 7.1 | Joshua, TX (13.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.9 | top 15% | 2.6 | 2.8 | 2.7 | North Bay Shore, NY (4.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 21% | top 17% | 19% | 14% | 15% | Brambleton, VA (51%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | top 14% | 98% | 97% | 96% | 86 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 96% | top 14% | 95% | 92% | 91% | 11 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 81% | top 35% | 83% | 73% | 76% | Klahanie, WA and Short Hills, NJ and 1 more (96%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 92% | top 11% | 91% | 85% | 81% | Stone Ridge, VA and West University Place, TX and 1 more (100%) |
| Median household income | $99,029 | top 38% | $102,675 | $84,595 | $93,246 | West University Place, TX ($249,707) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | top 19% | 16% | 18% | 16% | Stanford, CA (84%) |
Fiber reaches 44.2% of homes in Star, against 49.7% across Ada County and 57.4% across Idaho. Households in Star are larger than the US average (2.9 people against 2.7); 21% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $99,029 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Star
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Star?
Quantum Fiber in Star, ID
Availability:
35.1%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
1,962 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 35.1% of Star homes. Across the city, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,962 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 1,000 Mbps throughout the city.
CenturyLink Fiber in Star, ID
Availability:
32.6%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
948 Mbps
CenturyLink offers Fiber service to 32.6% of Star homes. Across the city, CenturyLink Fiber has speeds up to 948 Mbps, with speeds from 80 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 943 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Star from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Sparklight Fiber in Star, ID
Availability:
24.2%
Customer Rating:
(23)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Fiber service to 24.2% of Star homes. Across the city, Sparklight Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Silver Star Fiber in Star, ID
Availability:
16.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Silver Star offers Fiber service to 16.8% of Star homes. Across the city, Silver Star Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Star?
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
82 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.9% of Star homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 82 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
261 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.4% of Star homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 261 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
86.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.2% of Star homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the city.
Anthem Broadband Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
83.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
478 Mbps
Anthem Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.3% of Star homes. Across the city, Anthem Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 478 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 304 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.0% of Star homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 41 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 6.6 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.0% of Star homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 41 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 6.6 Mbps throughout the city.
CTC Fixed Wireless in Star, ID
Availability:
7.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
CTC Telecom offers Fixed Wireless service to 7.2% of Star homes. Across the city, CTC Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Star?
Sparklight Cable in Star, ID
Availability:
80.1%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Cable service to 80.1% of Star homes. Across the city, Sparklight Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Star?
CenturyLink DSL in Star, ID
Availability:
95.9%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
57 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 95.9% of Star homes. Across the city, CenturyLink DSL has speeds up to 57 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 40, with an average of 6.9 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Star from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Star by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Star has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Star
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Star
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83669 | 13,362 | 49.4% | 1,363 Mbps | 8 | B- | 86/100 |
How Star Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Star that have their own pages are all within 14 miles. Among them, Nampa has the most homes with fiber (68.9%) and Emmett the fewest (2.0%); Star has 44.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star (this page) | 15,292 | 44.2% | 1,313 Mbps | 8 | B- | 84/100 |
| Boise metro area | 764,718 | 49.2% | 2,763 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 78/100 |
| Meridian | 124,016 | 66.9% | 3,238 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 89/100 |
| Nampa | 121,546 | 68.9% | 4,981 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Caldwell | 76,393 | 48.7% | 3,440 Mbps | 7.5 | B | 69/100 |
| Eagle | 34,286 | 43.9% | 1,428 Mbps | 8.3 | B- | 85/100 |
| Garden City | 28,742 | 65.1% | 2,944 Mbps | 7.9 | B | 76/100 |
| Emmett | 16,092 | 2.0% | 1,060 Mbps | 7 | C | 59/100 |
| Middleton | 13,454 | 19.0% | 1,135 Mbps | 7.5 | C+ | 75/100 |
| Sunnyslope | 520 | 78.1% | 1,760 Mbps | 9.7 | B | 66/100 |
| Knowlton Heights | 42 | 40.5% | 3,833 Mbps | 8.2 | B | 68/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Star?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Sparklight. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Quantum Fiber 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 Star
| Quantum Fiber | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 1,000 |
| Sparklight | 1,000 |
| Anthem Broadband | 1,000 |
| Silver Star | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Rise Broadband | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| CTC Telecom | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Star Internet Providers
Based on 26 reviews from Idaho internet customers, Sparklight is the best internet service provider for Star residents. Sparklight was rated at an average of 4.25 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Idaho, with 3.67 out of 5 stars and 97.4% coverage in Star.
At a national level, based on 2560 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 Star Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Star, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Star Overall | Idaho Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparklight | (0) |  (12) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (7) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Anthem Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Silver Star | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Star
Based on data reported by Star ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Quantum Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Star. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,962 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 Sparklight. This indicates Sparklight reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Star Speed | Idaho Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparklight | (0) | (12) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (7) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Anthem Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Silver Star | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Star?
Of the providers in Star, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Star 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.
AT&T is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. CenturyLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.57 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Star, Idaho, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Star
| ISP / Tech Type | Star Affordability | Idaho Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparklight | (0) | (12) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (7) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Anthem Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Silver Star | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Idaho
Customer Reviews
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
Robert
Fybercom Fixed Wireless
July 11, 2026 This used to be a good company. Started to have buffering issues on all devices. Took 10 days to get a tech out. Installed new modems. Problem still there. Call tech support who indicated it is a problem with one of their towers and that it affects numerous customers. Asked if the Engineers communicate with tech support and apparently they do not. They want me to change to fyber and asked why they don't communicate with the affected customers who are waiting for issue in the tower to be corrected, especially if they can identify each customer that it is affecting. The time it takes to get a service tech in to change the modem, rather than being honest that something else exists is not a good model plan to show support for the customers. Being down without your internet which supplies TVS, Security Systems and other devices while still paying the bill is highway robbery especially at the prices we are being charged.
An Idaho Customer
Quantum Fiber
May 14, 2026 I have overall been very happy with our internet service as far as speed and pricing. Unfortunately, customer service does seem to be lacking. In the past when we’ve had issues with our internet service, we haven’t been able to get ahold of someone for hours, and when we can, they’re not able to help. But me and my spouse both work from home, and the speed and capabilities of fiber have been really good. It can keep up with all of our devices really well.
A Filer, ID Customer
TruLeap Technologies Fiber
April 03, 2026 Great local provider, best speed around by far. Upload and download speeds are the same. Very low latency. Quick to respond and take care of issues.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Star?
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 Star is Sparklight.
- The fastest internet provider should be Quantum Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Sparklight may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Star is AT&T.
- Viasat, Rise Broadband, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Star, available to 99.9% 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.