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Internet Providers in Plainville, KS

Over 940 people in Plainville found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

81.65% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

AT&T

81.65% availability
AT&T logo

Connection Types:

DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#3

Viasat

95.34% availability
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Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

Optimum

2.9% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

15 Mbps

User Review:

(2649)

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You get access to over 1 million hotspots in public places throughout the country.

#5

HughesNet

98.01% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Plainville, KS

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Plainville

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Plainville, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Optimum cable internet is the next-best option in Plainville for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 15 Mbps, and pricing often starts around $40/mo.

Eagle Communications Inc. 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Plainville. Plans start around $99/mo, with typical speeds around 5 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Plainville?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Plainville, KS, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 81.65% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps81.65%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps81.65%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.34%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.01%
OptimumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone15 Mbps2 Mbps2.90%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Plainville?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Plainville starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Optimum offers the next lowest price at $40.00/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Optimum$40.00Up to 15 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Plainville?

Plainville has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

93.15%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

2.90%

Most widely available wired option. Optimum covers 2.90%, Eagle Communications Inc. covers 0.59%. Up to 15 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

81.65%

AT&T, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Eagle Communications Inc. leads at 0.59%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Plainville residents.

Plainville, KS - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Plainville, KS has a total of 8 internet providers including  4 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 3 DSL providers, 3 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Plainville, KS by Coverage Area

All 8 internet providers serving Plainville by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 4 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Nex-Tech1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.01%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.34%
4.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber81.65%
5.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television81.65%
6.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless81.65%
7.Optimum15 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone2.90%
8.Eagle Communications Inc.5 Mbps1 MbpsCable / Fixed Wireless0.59%

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Plainville?

Yes. Plainville residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Provider Program

Optimum Advantage Internet

$15/mo for 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Optimum Advantage Internet includes free installation and equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions about Plainville

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Plainville, KS, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 8 internet providers in Plainville, KS. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Plainville, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Plainville. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Plainville residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Optimum Advantage Internet can offer $15/mo for 100 Mbps. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Plainville, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

No, 5G home internet is not available in Plainville. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Plainville is 14 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Plainville, KS.

HughesNet, Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, and Optimum offer internet in Plainville, KS.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Optimum: Offers speeds up to 15 Mbps starting at $40.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Plainville

Plainville Memorial
200 Sw 1st
Plainville, KS 67663
(785) 434-2786

How We Research Internet Providers

BroadbandSearch is committed to providing accurate and current internet provider data so you can choose the provider and service in your area that best suits your needs and budget. Here is how we source and verify the information we provide:

Data Sources

We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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