Internet Providers in Powell, WY

Over 95 people in Powell found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

94.61% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Authentic fiber connection, from the network to your door.

#2

Spectrum

54.25% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

7 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.

#3

CenturyLink

53.84% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

40 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#4

Viasat

98.13% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

HughesNet

99.83% 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.

#6

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Powell, WY

#1DIRECTV

  • Stream over your internet connection; no dish required
  • 2-year price guarantee — no annual contract
  • Preferred video provider
  • New subscriptions to Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN UNLIMITED included
  • CHOICE package: 125+ channels, 75k+ Video on demand, locals & RSNs included
  • Self-setup in minutes; no technician needed
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish 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

Best Internet Providers in Powell

Powell sits on the floor of the Bighorn Basin along the Shoshone River, with irrigated fields and short blocks giving the town a compact, easy-to-wire footprint. The town's compact downtown and the grid of county roads out to farms have guided where companies laid cable and, more recently, pushed fiber into neighborhoods closest to Main Street. Fiber service is widely available in downtown Powell and along the Shoshone River corridor, while the surrounding ranchlands and outlying subdivisions remain primarily served by satellite or fixed wireless. That means people near the center usually see low-latency uploads for video calls and gaming, and those out past the irrigation ditches often make do with higher-latency satellite links that feel fine for browsing but show strain on heavy uploads.

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Powell, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Powell, you will see speed tiers from 2 Mbps to 7 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $30-$50/mo range.

Spectrum is a solid choice in Powell, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Powell and can support most households with speeds up to 7 Gbps and plans starting at $30/mo.

CenturyLink offers 5G home internet plans starting at $50/mo, and delivers speeds from 1 Mbps to 40 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Powell.

What is the fastest internet provider in Powell?

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Powell, WY, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 2 Gbps — available to 54.25% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
SpectrumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone7 Gbps2 Gbps54.25%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps94.61%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.13%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.83%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone40 Mbps40 Mbps53.84%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Powell?

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Powell starting at $30.00/month with speeds up to 7 Gbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Spectrum$30.00Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 40 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Powell?

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

Fiber

55.84%

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

Cable

54.25%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 54.25%, Tri County Telephone Association covers 100.00%. Up to 7 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

53.84%

CenturyLink, max 40 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 53.84%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Powell residents.

Powell, WY - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Powell, WY has a total of 9 internet providers including  5 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 4 DSL providers, 4 Fixed Wireless providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Powell, WY by Coverage Area

All 9 internet providers serving Powell by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 5 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Wyoming.Com1 Mbps1 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
2.Tri County Telephone Association20 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.83%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.13%
5.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
6.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber94.61%
7.Spectrum7 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone54.25%
8.CenturyLink40 Mbps40 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone53.84%
9.Visionary Communications2 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.07%

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Powell?

Yes. Powell 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).

Frequently Asked Questions about Powell

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Powell, WY, 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 9 internet providers in Powell, WY. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $30.00. 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.

Spectrum has the fastest speeds in Powell, with a top download speed of 7 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 Powell. 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. Powell residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. 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 Powell, 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 Powell. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Powell is 36 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 Powell, WY.

HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink, EarthLink Fiber, and Spectrum offer internet in Powell, WY.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 7 Gbps starting at $30.00/mo.

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.

Reviews

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