Best Internet Providers in University Area, Anchorage, AK
All 3 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in University Area, Anchorage, AK
University Area has 3 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fixed Wireless, Fiber, and DSL internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in University Area.
Ranks compare University Area with the 22 neighborhoods in Anchorage.
The Best Internet in University Area, Anchorage, AK at a Glance
University Area Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
GCI
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
Alaska Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Borealis Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood 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 University Area ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in University Area, Anchorage, AK?
Alaska Communications is the best internet provider in University Area based on Alaska customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Alaska Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in University Area, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Alaska Communications is an option for 92.96% of the neighborhood.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in University Area?
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 University Area, Anchorage
How University Area Compares to the Rest of Anchorage
University Area's report card score is tied 12th of 22 and its connectivity index is tied 15th of 22.
| Measure | University Area | Rank among neighborhoods in Anchorage | Anchorage | Anchorage Municipality | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 1.6% | 20th of 22 | 13.5% | 16.5% | 71.5% | Turnagain (66.4%) |
| Average top speed | 2,500 Mbps | Tied 1st of 22 | 2,485 Mbps | 2,470 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Tied with 13 other places at 2,500 Mbps |
| Providers at a typical address | 3.7 | Tied 8th of 22 | 3.6 | 3.5 | 7.1 | Bayshore-Klatt and Campbell Park (4.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 16th of 22 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.7 | Russian Jack Park (3.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 11% | Tied 14th of 22 | 12% | 12% | 15% | Rogers Park (23%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 10th of 22 | 98% | 98% | 96% | Huffman-O'Malley and Mid-Hillside and 1 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 88% | 22nd of 22 | 95% | 95% | 91% | Bayshore-Klatt and Huffman-O'Malley and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 77% | 16th of 22 | 78% | 78% | 76% | Huffman-O'Malley (90%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | 16th of 22 | 84% | 86% | 81% | Mid-Hillside (94%) |
| Median household income | $100,369 | 13th of 22 | $110,737 | $113,913 | $93,246 | Rabbit Creek ($200,289) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 21% | 1st of 22 | 14% | 14% | 16% | Leads; next is Campbell Park (20%) |
Fiber reaches 1.6% of homes in University Area, against 13.5% across Anchorage and 16.5% across Anchorage Municipality. Households in University Area are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 11% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $100,369 (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 University Area
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in University Area?
Alaska Communications Fiber in University Area, Anchorage, AK
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Alaska Communications offers Fiber service to 1.5% of University Area homes. Across the neighborhood, Alaska Communications Fiber has speeds up to 50 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in University Area?
Borealis Broadband Fixed Wireless in University Area, Anchorage, AK
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Borealis Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of University Area homes. Across the neighborhood, Borealis Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Alaska Communications Fixed Wireless in University Area, Anchorage, AK
Availability:
74.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
231 Mbps
Alaska Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 74.1% of University Area homes. Across the neighborhood, Alaska Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 231 Mbps, with speeds from 150 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 100, with an average of 77 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in University Area?
GCI Cable in University Area, Anchorage, AK
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(9)
Avg. Download Speed
2,500 Mbps
GCI offers Cable service to 94.3% of University Area homes. Across the neighborhood, GCI Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in University Area?
Alaska Communications DSL in University Area, Anchorage, AK
Availability:
86.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
Alaska Communications offers DSL service to 86.5% of University Area homes. Across the neighborhood, Alaska Communications DSL has speeds up to 37 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 75 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 50, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
How University Area Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to University Area that have their own pages are all within 3 miles. Among them, Scenic Foothills has the most homes with fiber (24.2%) and Airport Heights the fewest (2.4%); University Area has 1.6%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Area (this page) | 10,004 | 1.6% | 2,500 Mbps | 3.7 | C- | 65/100 |
| Northeast | 29,852 | 7.0% | 2,498 Mbps | 3.6 | C- | 78/100 |
| Abbott Loop | 24,630 | 3.5% | 2,500 Mbps | 3.9 | C- | 78/100 |
| Russian Jack Park | 11,573 | 15.8% | 2,500 Mbps | 3.7 | C- | 65/100 |
| Scenic Foothills | 8,293 | 24.2% | 2,500 Mbps | 4 | C- | 78/100 |
| Campbell Park | 7,834 | 20.0% | 2,498 Mbps | 4.1 | C- | 76/100 |
| Fairview | 7,738 | 2.5% | 2,363 Mbps | 3.1 | D+ | 41/100 |
| Mountain View | 6,986 | 2.4% | 2,496 Mbps | 2.8 | D+ | 47/100 |
| Airport Heights | 6,345 | 2.4% | 2,500 Mbps | 3.4 | C- | 71/100 |
| Midtown | 4,167 | 4.6% | 2,500 Mbps | 3.2 | C- | 39/100 |
| Rogers Park | 3,684 | 10.6% | 2,500 Mbps | 3.1 | C- | 89/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in University Area?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Alaska Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, GCI 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 University Area
| GCI | 2,500 |
|---|---|
| Alaska Communications | 300 |
| Borealis Broadband | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for University Area Internet Providers
Based on 21 reviews from Alaska internet customers, Alaska Communications is the best internet service provider for University Area residents. Alaska Communications was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. GCI wins for second-place in Alaska, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 94.3% coverage in University Area.
At a national level, based on 22 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Alaska Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all University Area Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in University Area, Alaska, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | University Area Overall | Alaska Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Communications | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| GCI |  (2) | (20) |  (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in University Area
Based on data reported by University Area ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through GCI. The company offers speeds up to 2,500 Mbps in University Area. 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.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Alaska Communications. This indicates Alaska Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | University Area Speed | Alaska Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Communications |  (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (2) |  (20) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in University Area?
Of the providers in University Area, customers rate Alaska Communications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in University Area where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Alaska or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Alaska Communications is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. GCI is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in University Area, Alaska, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in University Area
| ISP / Tech Type | University Area Affordability | Alaska Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Communications | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| GCI | (2) | (20) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Borealis Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alaska
Customer Reviews
An Alaska Customer
GCI Cable
May 08, 2025 An Alaska Customer
GCI Cable
December 16, 2024 GCI is one of only a few providers in the city, and unfortunately we are stuck with them where we live. The cost of just a basic internet and phone package, is kind of expensive for what we are given. We rarely hit the gig limit, but it is still rather slow, especially at peak hours. And occasionally it is randomly down, with no real updates on when it might come back up.
An Alaska Customer
Alaska Communications Fiber
December 11, 2024 An Alaska Customer
GCI Cable
January 16, 2023 Our internet provider is GCI. Here in our state we only have two internet provider. The other one is ACS and it's based on location. Which leaving most of the people to use GCI. GCI charge for their unlimited internet at a very expensive price. Ours is $180 a month. There are times where the internet is slow. If we're home and we're using the wifi then our data will be slow.
An Alaska Customer
GCI Fixed Wireless
April 06, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in University Area?
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 University Area is Alaska Communications.
- The fastest internet provider should be GCI. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Alaska Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in University Area is Alaska Communications.
- Viasat, HughesNet, GCI, and Borealis Broadband has the broadest coverage in University Area, available to 94.3% 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.