10 Best Internet Providers in Tahlequah, OK

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Tahlequah, OK?

Lake Region Technology & Communications is the best internet provider in Tahlequah based on Oklahoma customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Lake Region Technology & Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Tahlequah, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Lake Region Technology & Communications is an option for 71.99% of the city.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Tahlequah

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Tahlequah Internet Providers

Based on 75 reviews from Oklahoma internet customers, Lake Region Technology & Communications is the best internet service provider for Tahlequah residents. Lake Region Technology & Communications was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. OZARKS go wins for second-place in Oklahoma, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 4.2% coverage in Tahlequah.

At a national level, based on 2392 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, SST is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Tahlequah?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Lake Region Technology & Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Lake Region Technology & Communications and OZARKS go 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 Tahlequah

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	OZARKS go	2,500 Mbps
	Lake Region Technology & Communications	2,500 Mbps
	SST	1,000 Mbps
	Cox Communications	1,000 Mbps
	Tahlequah Cable TV	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	CrossTel	50 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Tahlequah

Based on data reported by Tahlequah ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Lake Region Technology & Communications and OZARKS go. These internet providers offer speeds up to 2,500 Mbps in Tahlequah. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,500 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 Lake Region Technology & Communications. This indicates Lake Region Technology & Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Tahlequah?

Oklahoma customers rate Lake Region Technology & Communications 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.

Lake Region Technology & Communications received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. OZARKS go is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Tahlequah customers with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Tahlequah

Tahlequah 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 Tahlequah below, including the metrics used and how Tahlequah compares to the rest of Oklahoma and nation.

Tahlequah ISP Report Card: B+

	Metric (hover for details)	Tahlequah	Oklahoma	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Tahlequah that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	93.83%	70.92%	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.	2,170 Mbps	3,401 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 Tahlequah.	6.5	8.2	6.8

 

Tahlequah Digital Connectivity Index: 37 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Tahlequah	Oklahoma	USA
	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	2.6	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.	7%	9%	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.	90%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	83%	88%	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.	58%	66%	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.	60%	67%	76%

Tahlequah ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Tahlequah is B+, which is worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Tahlequah is high with a score of 37 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Tahlequah have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Tahlequah 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 Tahlequah households have an internet connection despite having 96.23% availability. 58% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 7% 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 58% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 60% subscribe to it. A low number of Tahlequah 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 Tahlequah?

How Much Speed does a Tahlequah Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Tahlequah is 2.5, which is smaller than the Oklahoma average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Tahlequah's average household income is $54,561 which is lower than the Oklahoma average of $72,520 and much 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.

Tahlequah also has 22% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Oklahoma average of 16%. Additionally, 7% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 9% of residents in Oklahoma who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Tahlequah has a low need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Tahlequah households are more technology-disengaged. 90% of households have some sort of computing device, 70% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 88% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Tahlequah?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Tahlequah?

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Tahlequah?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in Tahlequah?

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 Tahlequah is Lake Region Technology & Communications.
• The fastest internet provider should be Lake Region Technology & Communications and OZARKS go. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Lake Region Technology & Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Tahlequah is Lake Region Technology & Communications.
• HughesNet, Viasat, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the broadest coverage in Tahlequah, 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 Tahlequah compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Tahlequah 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 Tahlequah's B+ ISP Report Card and 37 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.