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Nextlink Internet Availability

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Nextlink is currently the 16th largest internet provider in the United States, operating in 12 states or territories covering 11,145,774 people, and offering speeds over 1,000 Mbps to 12.52% of those people. Nextlink offers fixed wireless and fiber connections, explore our comprehensive and frequently updated availability maps below.

Nextlink Availability Maps

Nextlink has internet service available to 3.16% of people in the US. Among those covered, the breakdown by service type is as follows:

  • Fiber internet for 2.26%
  • Cable for 0.00%
  • DSL for 0.00%
  • Fixed wireless for 99.29%

This map illustrates Nextlink’s internet availability across the United States. Use the buttons at the top of the map to toggle between the different types of connections including fixed wireless and fiber.

Nextlink Internet Availability Map

For more detailed comparisons and interactive maps, visit our Internet Service Providers Near You page. Alternatively, you can search by address on our Internet Service Providers by Address page, or use the search feature at the top of this page.

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.

Nextlink Internet Plans & Pricing

PlanMonthly PriceTypical Download SpeedTypical Upload SpeedConnection Type
Fiber Next300$60.00300 Mbps300 MbpsFiber
Next100$65.00100 Mbps20 MbpsFixed Wireless
Fiber Next1000$90.001000 Mbps1000 MbpsFiber
Next500$105.00500 Mbps100 MbpsFixed Wireless
Fiber Next2000$110.002000 Mbps2000 MbpsFiber
Next1000$115.001000 Mbps200 MbpsFixed Wireless

Note: These provider-reported typical speeds reflect plan-specific expectations, while speed metrics elsewhere on our site measure maximum available performance across areas.

Nextlink Internet by State

This map highlights Nextlink coverage and speeds by state, Nextlink has the biggest presence in Texas, Nebraska, and Illinois. Hover over each state to see Nextlink availability by connection type, and click on a state to see all providers in that state.

Nextlink Internet Customer Reviews

Nextlink has an overall rating of 3.43 out of 5, with a total of 14 reviews and ratings across the United States. Ratings by service type include: Fiber: 2.50 stars, Cable: not been rated by customers yet, DSL: 4.00 stars, Fixed Wireless: not been rated by customers yet. If you'd like to tell others about your experience, you can rate or review Nextlink here.

Connection

Customer Rating

Fiber

Fiber: 2.500000000000 of 5 stars

2

DSL

DSL: 4.000000000000 of 5 stars

1

For detailed reviews, visit our Nextlink Internet Reviews page.

Nextlink’s Biggest Competitors

Nextlink frequently competes for customers with providers like T-Mobile Home Internet, EarthLink, and AT&T. Below, we offer a side-by-side comparison of these ISPs based on key metrics such as service availability, average speeds, and customer ratings.

Nextlink vs T-Mobile Home Internet
88.86% Availability Overlap
Nextlink logoT-Mobile Home Internet logo
National Availability
3.16%85.72%
High Speed Availability
99.29% Fixed Wireless100.00% Fixed Wireless
Average Speed
488 Mbps56 Mbps
Customer Rating
(14) (284)

Full Comparison

Nextlink vs EarthLink
75.52% Availability Overlap
Nextlink logoEarthLink logo
National Availability
3.16%76.09%
High Speed Availability
99.29% Fixed Wireless39.86% Fiber
Average Speed
488 Mbps1,862 Mbps
Customer Rating
(14) (12)

Full Comparison

Nextlink vs AT&T
75.50% Availability Overlap
Nextlink logoAT&T logo
National Availability
3.16%71.22%
High Speed Availability
99.29% Fixed Wireless39.87% Fiber
Average Speed
488 Mbps1,863 Mbps
Customer Rating
(14) (924)

Full Comparison

Nextlink competes with 478 other ISPs across the U.S., defined as any provider that competes in at least some part of Nextlink's service area. On average, customers within Nextlink's service area have about 6.1 alternative ISP options to choose from.

Biggest Cities with Nextlink Internet Service

Nextlink is available in 4,699 cities throughout the country. Here is a list of the largest cities with Nextlink internet service:

Dallas, TX
  • Availability: 43.03%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 474 Mbps
Fort Worth, TX
  • Availability: 94.24%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 524 Mbps
Omaha, NE
  • Availability: 56.99%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 451 Mbps
Wichita, KS
  • Availability: 76.81%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 600 Mbps
Oklahoma City, OK
  • Availability: 24.57%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 424 Mbps
Lincoln, NE
  • Availability: 83.79%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 442 Mbps
Arlington, TX
  • Availability: 51.73%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 567 Mbps
Killeen, TX
  • Availability: 97.55%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 496 Mbps
Austin, TX
  • Availability: 6.47%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 538 Mbps
Shreveport, LA
  • Availability: 62.28%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 486 Mbps
Abilene, TX
  • Availability: 96.28%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 488 Mbps
Waco, TX
  • Availability: 94.12%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 480 Mbps
College Station, TX
  • Availability: 85.28%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 574 Mbps
San Angelo, TX
  • Availability: 98.28%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 500 Mbps
Houston, TX
  • Availability: 1.39%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 462 Mbps

Nextlink Frequently Asked Questions

  • How fast is Nextlink Internet?

    • The fastest available speed from Nextlink is 5,000 Mbps download 5,000 Mbps upload. Speed tiers start at 10 Mbps download and 1.0 Mbps upload for cheaper service packages.
    • The average speed most people can get from Nextlink is 488 Mbps download and 212 Mbps upload.
    • Have Nextlink and want to see what speed you get? User our Nextlink Speed Test tool to find out.
    • Our visitors rate Nextlink 3.00 out of 5 for speed.
  • Is Nextlink available in my area?

  • Does Nextlink have fiber internet?

    • 2.26% of Nextlink customers can subscribe to fiber internet. These customers receive an average download speed of 2,131 Mbps and average upload speed of 2,131 Mbps.
  • Does Nextlink have cable internet?

    • Nextlink does not offer any Cable internet service.
  • Does Nextlink have DSL internet?

    • Nextlink does not offer any DSL internet service.
  • Does Nextlink have Fixed Wireless internet?

    • 99.29% of Nextlink customers can subscribe to fixed wireless internet. These customers receive an average download speed of 450 Mbps and average upload speed of 168 Mbps.