Juneau, AK Internet
Internet Providers in Juneau, AK
Compare every internet provider in Juneau, AK: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedGCI Communication Corp. is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,500 Mbps reaching about 93% of the city. Where GCI does not reach, ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS is the broadest backup, mostly DSL, with its up to 75 Mbps tier reaching about 21% of the city.
In Mendenhall Valley, ZIP 99801, GCI is the clear local winner, covering about 94% of the ZIP with cable speeds up to 2,500 Mbps. Fiber from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS is far less common, reaching about 2% citywide at speeds up to 200/50 Mbps, so do not assume a fiber address in Lemon Creek, Downtown Juneau, or Douglas. Students at the University of Alaska Southeast should check apartment wiring carefully, since older buildings may still rely on DSL or copper and can struggle with Zoom, streaming, or gaming. TheSnowCloud is another option where available, with fixed wireless reaching about 51% of the city at speeds up to 200/30 Mbps. Coverage can change from one street or building to the next, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Juneau, AK
GCI Communication Corp.
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 88% of all internet options in Alaska
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Juneau
GCI Communication Corp. is a solid option in Juneau, with its cable plan offering up to 2,500 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload and earning a Speed Score of 88/100. The plan is available across 93.3% of the city, making it a reliable choice for most households that can access it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About GCI Communication Corp.
GCI Communication Corp. is a strong option for most internet needs in Juneau, with cable service offering up to 2500 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, plus an excellent Speed Score of 88/100. That plan is available across about 93% of census blocks, though availability is address-dependent, so confirm your specific address before ordering.
Available Plans
Cable
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS
Speeds up to 200 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 61% of all internet options in Alaska
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Excellent
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Juneau
Homes that need more than basic browsing can consider Alaska Communications’ fiber plan, which offers up to 200 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 61/100, above Juneau’s average top score of 56. Fiber reaches only about 2% of the city, and address-level availability matters, while the widely available copper option with up to 75 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload scores 41/100 and offers limited performance compared with alternatives.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS can work well for light-use households that mainly browse, email, and stream occasionally, with copper plans offering up to 75 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload. A limited fiber option offers up to 200 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, but it covers about 2% of census blocks, so the better technology is highly address-dependent. Check for fiber or other faster options first, since the provider’s more widely available copper plans may not be sufficient for busy modern households, especially with multiple users or frequent video calls.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
TheSnowCloud
Speeds up to 200 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 61% of all internet options in Alaska
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Juneau
TheSnowCloud is a competitive but limited fixed-wireless choice in Juneau, so consider checking other providers first for stronger performance. Its Licensed Fixed Wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 61/100 compared with the city average of 56. Availability is address-dependent, reaching 50.9% of Juneau, so confirm that this plan serves your location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About TheSnowCloud
TheSnowCloud is a reasonable option for homes in its service area, offering up to 200 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload over fixed wireless, though its below-average Speed Score of 61 means it may not be the strongest choice for demanding internet use. Coverage reaches about 51% of Juneau’s census blocks, so check your address first and compare faster fiber or cable options before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 85% of all internet options in Alaska
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload85Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload46Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Juneau
Satellite internet can support streaming, video calls, and other everyday use, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month. Its 85/100 Speed Score is above Juneau’s city average of 56, making it a competitive option, although satellite’s higher latency can be noticeable for gaming and other real-time activities. This plan is shown as available to 100.0% of Juneau, but confirm availability and performance expectations at your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad availability and up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, though its higher latency can make gaming and some video calls less responsive than wired service. The Residential Max plan costs $130 per month, has a Speed Score of 85/100, and is available to 100.0% of Juneau, while the cheaper plans offer up to 200 Mbps for $85 or up to 100 Mbps for $55; if fiber or cable is available at your address, check those first, but Starlink is a strong fallback where faster wired options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 54% of all internet options in Alaska
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload46Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload36Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload8Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Juneau
Fusion costs $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, for up to 100 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, but its 46/100 Speed Score is below Juneau’s city average of 56. Satellite service can have higher latency and limited upload performance compared with alternatives, so check what else is available at your specific address before committing. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Juneau.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers satellite plans with up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps download speeds, but the higher price buys only modest performance and all plans have just 3 Mbps upload. Satellite service is available to 100.0% of Juneau, yet its latency and below-average speeds may be limiting for modern needs, so check whether faster fiber or cable service is available at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Juneau
All 6 product lines from the 2 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing all 6 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload85Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload46Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload46Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetSelect$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo50 MbpsDownload36Our score$49.99$74.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetLite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo25 MbpsDownload8Our score$39.99$49.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Juneau
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose GCI Communication Corp.
GCI reaches about 93% of Juneau, including about 94% of ZIP 99801.
Check first: Confirm service at your address because GCI does not cover every Juneau home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose GCI cable where available; consider Alaska Communications DSL as a broader backup.
GCI offers up to 2,500 Mbps on about 93% of Juneau, while Alaska Communications reaches about 79% overall.
Check first: Alaska Communications' common 75 Mbps DSL tier reaches only about 21%.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose GCI's 2,500 Mbps cable tier where available for demanding streaming households.
The 2,500 Mbps cable tier reaches about 93% of Juneau.
Check first: Verify GCI availability because its fastest tier is not guaranteed at every address.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with GCI Communication Corp.
Shared apartments need stable upload and download performance for Zoom, streaming, and concurrent device use.
Check first: Confirm your exact building is wired for the advertised plan tier before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Juneau
Mendenhall Valley 99801
GCI Communication Corp. is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable internet.
GCI reaches about 94% of ZIP 99801 with cable service up to 2,500 Mbps.
Mendenhall Valley 99801
GCI Communication Corp. is currently the strongest option for most households with regular streaming and work-from-home needs.
GCI Communication Corp.
Juneau Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Juneau, AK?
GCI Communication Corp. is Juneau's best overall provider, with cable up to 2,500 Mbps reaching about 93% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Juneau, AK?
GCI Communication Corp.'s 2,500 Mbps cable tier is the fastest internet listed in Juneau, reaching about 93% of the city. Check the address before choosing it, because the speed applies only where GCI's cable network is available.
Which internet provider covers the most of Juneau, AK?
GCI Communication Corp. has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 93% of Juneau, while satellite internet is available everywhere.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Juneau, AK?
HughesNet Lite is the cheapest internet plan in Juneau at a promotional starting rate of $39.99/mo for 25 Mbps, reaching about 100% of the city (for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo). Confirm the plan is offered at your address before counting on that price.
Can I get fiber internet in Juneau?
Alaska Communications lists fiber tiers reaching about 2% of Juneau each: 200/50 Mbps and 50/10 Mbps. Fiber availability is therefore limited, so check your exact address rather than assuming service from Alaska Communications' roughly 79% overall footprint.
Is GCI available in Mendenhall Valley?
GCI reaches about 94% of ZIP 99801, which includes Mendenhall Valley, with cable service up to 2,500 Mbps. That strong ZIP-level availability still requires an address check before ordering, because coverage is not universal across every home.
What speed tier is practical for a typical Juneau household?
Many households do well starting around 300 Mbps for mixed work, streaming, and gaming. Move higher if you have many concurrent users or frequent large uploads.
How We Analyze Internet in Juneau
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Juneau report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Juneau
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.