CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 Mbps DSL 93%
Sparklight $45.00 200 - 940 Mbps Cable 99%
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 $50.00 - Cable 39%
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 $50.00 - DSL 39%
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 $50.00 - Fiber-optic 39%
Rise Broadband $29.95 25 - 250 Mbps Wireless 100%
Safelink Internet $59.00 - Wireless 100%
SpeedConnect $46.95 - Wireless 23%
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Provider: CenturyLink
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 83406 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Idaho - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 83406 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 52% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 29% of those living in the 83406 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 83406 area, and 99.42% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 83406, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Average internet speeds in Idaho Falls
CenturyLink 33 Mbps 42 Mbps DSL
Sparklight 76 Mbps 12 Mbps Cable
Rise Broadband 49 Mbps 28 Mbps Wireless
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Idaho Falls.
Idaho Falls – 79 Mbps
ID – 99 Mbps
The largest internet providers serving the 83406 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 83406 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 99% of the area. Idaho Falls's third most-available internet provider, Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2, offers cable to around 39% of residents in the 83406 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 83406 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Idaho Falls, $52.70.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Idaho Falls, $0.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 83406 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Idaho Falls's providers, 186 Mbps.
Sparklight cable internet
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to all households in the 83406 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Sparklight's cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 83406 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Idaho Falls, $52.70.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.23 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Idaho Falls, $0.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 83406 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Idaho Falls's providers, 186 Mbps.
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 cable internet
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2
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Cable from Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 83406 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2's cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 83406 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Idaho Falls, $52.70.
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Idaho Falls, $0.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 83406 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Idaho Falls's providers, 186 Mbps.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 83406 and the greater Idaho Falls area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Idaho Falls at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Idaho Falls at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 83406 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Idaho Falls may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Idaho Falls cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 83406 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in 83406. The next fastest internet provider in the 83406 ZIP code is Sparklight, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 83406 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Idaho Falls, $52.70.
Direct Communications Cedar Valley 2 is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 83406 ZIP code, covering 39% of the city.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can't project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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