Alaska Download speed: 222.09 Mbps Upload speed: 30.57 Mbps U.S. Download speed: 302.68 Mbps Upload speed: 59.18 Mbps Source: Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index

The Far North region of Alaska is the northernmost part of the state and is also known as the Arctic region. Here’s what internet access looks like in the Far North: Fiber – There is very limited fiber access in this region, but the few areas that can get it are along the northernmost coast in towns like Utqiagvik Cable – Cable is less available in the Arctic than fiber, with access limited to Utqiagvik and Nome Fixed wireless – There is no fixed wireless access in the Far North Satellite – The most widely available internet type in the Arctic; access is clustered along the coast and a few inland areas

The Interior of Alaska is the central region of the state. Fairbanks , Alaska, is the largest city in this area. Fiber – There is very limited fiber access in this region, mainly limited to Fairbanks Cable – Cable availability is clustered in Fairbanks, but there is a bit more access than fiber Fixed wireless – Badger and Fairbanks have fixed wireless access in the 80% – 100% serviceability range Satellite – Satellite is available throughout the Interior, with the heaviest serviceability in and around Fairbanks

The Southwest region of Alaska is famous for its wildlife attractions and national parks, but remains very remote. Most of the area has sparse internet access aside from satellite. Fiber – There is very limited fiber access in this region, mainly in Aleknagik, King Cove and Sand Point Cable – There is little to no cable access in Southwest Alaska Fixed wireless – There is no fixed wireless access in the region Satellite – Satellite availability is spread out throughout towns in the Southwest region and is the most available type of internet

More than half of Alaska’s population lives in the Southcentral region, which is home to major cities like Anchorage and the Gulf of Alaska. Fiber – Fiber access is centered along the coasts in cities like Anchorage, Kenny Lake and Valdez Cable – Cable is mainly available in Anchorage, Kenai , Palmer , Seward and Valdez Fixed wireless – Fixed wireless is widely available in Kenai and the surrounding areas, as well as Anchorage Satellite – Satellite availability is heaviest in Anchorage and its surrounding areas, but is spread out throughout the region

Southeast Alaska, or the panhandle of the state, is just west of British Columbia. Fiber – Fiber is sparsely available in this area, mainly in the northern and southern parts of the region Cable – Cable availability is focused in cities like Juneau , Petersburg, Sitka and Wrangell Fixed wireless – Fixed wireless is only available in areas like Hoonah and Juneau Satellite – Satellite is widely available in the Southeast region, mainly in areas surrounding Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka

Internet providers in Alaska

Lisa Iscrupe

Edited By

Anine Sus

Last updated: February 25, 2026

Alaska residents have access to internet speeds from 25 – 2,500 Mbps via satellite, cable, 5G and fiber internet options. Choose from six Alaska internet providers with plans starting at $39.99/mo.

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Key takeaways

Alaska internet is powered by multiple regional providers, unlike the rest of the U.S.
Fiber, cable, 5G and satellite connections are available in Alaska, but many areas only have one home Wi-Fi option
The fastest internet in Alaska is Alaska Communications at up to 2.5 Gbps, while the cheapest is Hughesnet

Best internet providers in Alaska

Allconnect’s choice for best Alaska internet

Our experts’ choice for top internet providers in Alaska are GCI and Starlink. GCI has a winning combination of fast fiber and cable speeds up to 2 Gbps, plus broad coverage, while Starlink offers 100% availability to all of Alaska’s hard-to-reach areas.

Fastest internet in Alaska

The fastest internet speeds come from cable or fiber connections. Determining the speed you need and what internet service providers (ISPs) are available at your home is the first step in finding the best Alaska internet for you.

Provider	Starting price*	Download speed	Connection type
Alaska Communications	$174.99/mo.	2,500 Mbps	Fiber
GCI	$189.99/mo.	2,000 Mbps	Fiber
MTA Solutions	$179.99/mo.	1,000 Mbps	Fiber

*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. Updated as of 02/25/26.

Cheapest internet in Alaska

Internet plans are expensive in Alaska due to operating costs, but a few providers have plans starting at less than $100.00/mo.

Provider	Starting price*	Download speed	Connection type
Hughesnet	$39.99/mo.	Up to 25 Mbps	Satellite
Borealis Broadband	$50.00/mo.	10 Mbps	Fixed wireless
Alaska Communications	$79.99/mo.	250 Mbps	Fixed wireless

Alaska internet provider comparison

Compare the internet in Alaska by price, speed, connection type and availability. Satellite providers like Hughesnet and Starlink have the most coverage in the state. More populated areas have access to cable, fiber and fixed wireless internet from several local ISPs, reaching speeds up to 2,500 Mbps.

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Provider	Starting price*	Download speed range	Connection type	Availability %
Hughesnet	$39.99/mo.	25 – 100 Mbps	Satellite	100%
Starlink	$50.00/mo.	100 – 400 Mbps	Satellite	100%
GCI	$89.99/mo.	250 – 2,000 Mbps	Cable, fiber	70%
Alaska Communications	$79.99/mo.	250 – 2,500 Mbps	Fiber, fixed wireless	49%
Borealis Broadband	$50.00/mo.	10 – 500 Mbps	Fixed wireless, fiber	26%
MTA Solutions	$109.99/mo.	10 – 1,000 Mbps	DSL, fiber	17%

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How we review internet in Alaska

Our methodology

We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction.

We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.

For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of one to five, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 290 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between three and four. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 500 Mbps plan got a 3.71.

We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.

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Alaska internet statistics

Alaska’s median internet speeds are competitive, but actual internet speeds available at your Alaskan home can vary drastically depending on location.

Alaska vs. the U.S.

Alaska

Download speed: 222.09 Mbps
Upload speed: 30.57 Mbps

U.S.

Download speed: 302.68 Mbps
Upload speed: 59.18 Mbps

Source: Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index

Internet availability in Alaska

Virtually all Alaska residents have access to broadband speeds, thanks to satellite internet options, and around 65% have broadband options from three or more providers, according to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Source: FCC National Broadband Map

Quality of internet in Alaska

The entire state of Alaska has access to the minimum recommended broadband speeds of 100 Mbps from satellite internet connections, but far fewer can reach up to 1 Gbps at their residence.

Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 100/20 Mbps): 99%
Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 250/25 Mbps): 99%
Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1,000/100 Mbps): 14%

Sources: FCC coverage maps and Ookla Speedtest data.

Alaska internet assistance

Alaska residents who need help affording home internet have a few options available via government programs or private companies.

Get $9.25/mo. toward monthly internet or phone expenses with the Lifeline federal program.

Get free internet for qualifying households or a monthly credit towards higher speeds in Anchorage.

Find Alaska internet providers by city

Moving to or within Alaska? Internet in Alaska includes cable, DSL, satellite and even fiber internet depending on your address. Or check for faster speeds or cheaper plans by comparing your current Alaska internet service to other providers in your area.

Far North Alaska

The Far North region of Alaska is the northernmost part of the state and is also known as the Arctic region. Here’s what internet access looks like in the Far North:

Fiber – There is very limited fiber access in this region, but the few areas that can get it are along the northernmost coast in towns like Utqiagvik
Cable – Cable is less available in the Arctic than fiber, with access limited to Utqiagvik and Nome
Fixed wireless – There is no fixed wireless access in the Far North
Satellite – The most widely available internet type in the Arctic; access is clustered along the coast and a few inland areas

Interior Alaska

The Interior of Alaska is the central region of the state. Fairbanks, Alaska, is the largest city in this area.

Fiber – There is very limited fiber access in this region, mainly limited to Fairbanks
Cable – Cable availability is clustered in Fairbanks, but there is a bit more access than fiber
Fixed wireless – Badger and Fairbanks have fixed wireless access in the 80% – 100% serviceability range
Satellite – Satellite is available throughout the Interior, with the heaviest serviceability in and around Fairbanks

Southwest Alaska

The Southwest region of Alaska is famous for its wildlife attractions and national parks, but remains very remote. Most of the area has sparse internet access aside from satellite.

Fiber – There is very limited fiber access in this region, mainly in Aleknagik, King Cove and Sand Point
Cable – There is little to no cable access in Southwest Alaska
Fixed wireless – There is no fixed wireless access in the region
Satellite – Satellite availability is spread out throughout towns in the Southwest region and is the most available type of internet

Southcentral Alaska

More than half of Alaska’s population lives in the Southcentral region, which is home to major cities like Anchorage and the Gulf of Alaska.

Fiber – Fiber access is centered along the coasts in cities like Anchorage, Kenny Lake and Valdez
Cable – Cable is mainly available in Anchorage, Kenai, Palmer, Seward and Valdez
Fixed wireless – Fixed wireless is widely available in Kenai and the surrounding areas, as well as Anchorage
Satellite – Satellite availability is heaviest in Anchorage and its surrounding areas, but is spread out throughout the region

Southeast Alaska

Southeast Alaska, or the panhandle of the state, is just west of British Columbia.

Fiber – Fiber is sparsely available in this area, mainly in the northern and southern parts of the region
Cable – Cable availability is focused in cities like Juneau, Petersburg, Sitka and Wrangell
Fixed wireless – Fixed wireless is only available in areas like Hoonah and Juneau
Satellite – Satellite is widely available in the Southeast region, mainly in areas surrounding Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka

Sources: FCC coverage maps and data.

Click any of the cities listed here to compare Alaska internet services in that area, or find your city in the drop-down menu.

Future of internet in Alaska

GCI is expanding fiber networks with speeds up to 2.5 Gbps to Chignik Lake, Chignik Lagoon, Perryville and False Pass, with prospective available service beginning in early 2026.

SES Space & Defense is bringing additional bandwidth and faster speeds to remote Alaskan regions through the use of medium Earth orbit (MEO) and lower Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.

Alaska internet FAQs

What’s the fastest internet in Alaska?

Alaska Communications offers the fastest internet in Alaska.

What’s the cheapest internet in Alaska?

Hughesnet provides the cheapest internet in Alaska.

What’s the best internet in Alaska?

The best internet in Alaska depends on your needs, but if fiber is available at your address, it will provide the fastest and most reliable internet connection.