15 Best Internet Providers in White County, IN

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Above are the top 4 providers in White County, IN for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your county.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in White County, IN?

XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet provider in White County based on Indiana customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, XFINITY from Comcast had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in White County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. XFINITY from Comcast is an option for 82.65% of the county.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in White County, Indiana, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in White County

Local, State, and National Ratings for all White County Internet Providers

Based on 147 reviews from Indiana internet customers, XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet service provider for White County residents. XFINITY from Comcast was rated at an average of 3.58 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. LightStream wins for second-place in Indiana, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 38.0% coverage in White County.

At a national level, based on 4262 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, LightStream is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in White County?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the county, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by XFINITY from Comcast. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, MetroNet 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 White County

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	MetroNet	5,120 Mbps
	SURF Internet	2,000 Mbps
	Brightspeed	2,000 Mbps
	XFINITY from Comcast	2,000 Mbps
	Monon	1,000 Mbps
	LightStream	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	QualStar Communications	200 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	MidwayNet	80 Mbps
	Community Fiber Solutions (CFS)	25 Mbps
	Fiberhawk	25 Mbps
	TWN Communications	25 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in White County

Based on data reported by White County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through MetroNet. The company offers speeds up to 5,120 Mbps in White County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,120 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the county rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with XFINITY from Comcast. This indicates XFINITY reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in White County?

Indiana customers rate XFINITY from Comcast 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.

XFINITY from Comcast received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. LightStream is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s White County customers with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.

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

Rated Affordability in White County

White County 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 county 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 White County below, including the metrics used and how White County compares to the rest of Indiana and nation.

White County ISP Report Card: B

	Metric (hover for details)	White County	Indiana	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in White County that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	73.08%	71.53%	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.	1,600 Mbps	3,595 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 White County.	6.8	7.0	6.8

 

White County Digital Connectivity Index: 48 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	White County	Indiana	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a county 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%	10%	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.	94%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	89%	89%	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.	62%	71%	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.	62%	71%	76%

White County ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in White County is B, which is comparable to other counties. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in White County is high with a score of 48 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in White County have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The White County ISP Report Card evaluates the county on availability and speed metrics compared to other counties in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a county 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.

89% of White County households have an internet connection despite having 99.96% availability. 62% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% 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 62% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 62% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of White County 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 Counties Compare to White County?

How Much Speed does a White County Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in White County is 2.5, which is smaller than the Indiana average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. White County's average household income is $71,287 which is about average for the Indiana average of $79,105 and about average for the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.

White County also has 13% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Indiana average of 16%. Additionally, 7% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 10% of residents in Indiana who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of White County has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, White County households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 73% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 90% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in White County?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in White 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 White County is XFINITY.
• The fastest internet provider should be MetroNet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, XFINITY from Comcast may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in White County is XFINITY.
• Viasat, QualStar Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in White County, 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 White County compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how White County 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 White County's B ISP Report Card and 48 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.