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Internet Providers in Lincoln, NE

Over 3,981 people in Lincoln found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

Spectrum

85.75% availability
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Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#2

Windstream

71.95% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

Viasat

11.95% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

HughesNet

3.55% 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 Lincoln, NE

#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 Lincoln

Windstream or Pinpoint Communications might be available for you, and is often the best choice for speed and reliability, especially for video calls, cloud backups, and multi-user streaming. The best internet providers in Lincoln will depend on what is available at your address, but consider fiber internet first. If fiber is not available, look at cable internet and then 5G home internet. Fiber plans offer speeds up to 2 Gbps, with starting prices around $39.99/mo in many areas.

Spectrum provides cable internet and is the next-best pick in Lincoln, if fiber is not an option. Cable can deliver fast download speeds (up to 2 Gbps) and is more widely available, with plans starting at $39.99/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet wireless plans can be a strong alternative, if you want something plug-and-play, particularly if you are in a well-covered part of Lincoln. Pricing often starts around $39.95/mo, and speeds can reach up to 450 Mbps, depending on network conditions and location. If your address has limited options, Windstream or Viasat may be available in your area.

What is the fastest internet provider in Lincoln?

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Lincoln, NE, with download speeds up to 2 Gbps and upload speeds up to 2 Gbps — available to 85.75% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps85.75%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps71.95%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps11.95%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps3.55%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Lincoln?

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the cheapest internet in Lincoln starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 425 Mbps. Windstream offers the next lowest price at $39.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Lincoln?

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

Fiber

7.36%

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

Cable

85.75%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 85.75%, Windstream covers 71.95%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

72.15%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. 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 Lincoln residents.

Lincoln, NE - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Lincoln, NE has a total of 18 internet providers including  8 Fiber providers, 6 Cable providers, 8 DSL providers, 8 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Lincoln, NE by Coverage Area

All 18 internet providers serving Lincoln by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 9 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Future Technologies20 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.Rise Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless99.85%
3.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
4.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone85.75%
5.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone71.95%
6.Diode Communications12 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless38.18%
7.Nebraska Technology & Telecommunications18 Mbps~DSL12.45%
8.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone11.95%
9.Widerange Broadband21 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless6.29%
10.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone3.55%
11.Allo Communications1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL2.91%
12.Pinpoint Communications100 Mbps50 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.02%
13.Dalton Telephone Company10 Mbps2 MbpsCable / DSL~
14.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
15.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
16.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
17.NebraskaLink Holdings~~Fiber~
18.Unite Private Networks~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Lincoln?

Yes. Lincoln 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

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lincoln

Spectrum is the best internet provider in Lincoln, NE, based on speed and pricing. It's Cable, Television and Phone internet reaches speeds up to 2 Gbps, and plans start at $50.00. 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 18 internet providers in Lincoln, NE. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 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.

Windstream has the fastest speeds in Lincoln, with a top download speed of 2 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 Lincoln. 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. Lincoln residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. 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 Lincoln, 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.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Lincoln. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Lincoln is 35 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 Lincoln, NE.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet, Spectrum, Windstream, Viasat, and HughesNet offer internet in Lincoln, NE.

  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Windstream: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Lincoln

Arnold Heights Branch Library
3815 Nw 54th Street
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-8580
Bennett Martin Public Library
136 South 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-8500
Bess Dodson Walt Branch
6701 South 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-4460
Bethany Branch Library
1810 North Cotner Boulevard
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-8550
Charles H. Gere Branch Library
2400 South 56th Street
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-8560
Lincoln City Libraries
136 So. 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 441-8500
Loren Corey Eiseley Branch
1530 Superior Street
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-4250
Nebraska Center For The Book
1200 N Street, Ste. 120
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 471-3434
South Branch Library
2675 South Street
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-8570
Southeast Library System
5730 R Street, Ste. C-1
Lincoln, NE 68505
(402) 467-6188
Victor E. Anderson Branch Library
3635 Touzalin Avenue
Lincoln, NE 68532
(402) 441-8540

How We Research Internet Providers

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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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