Wichita, KS Internet
Internet Providers in Wichita, KS
Compare every internet provider in Wichita, KS: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
Updated| Rank | Provider | Speed Score | Coverage in Wichita | Up to | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  CoxBest overall | 91 | 82% | 2,000 Mbps | $50/mo |
| 2 |  AT&TFastest where available | 97 | 81% | 5,000 Mbps | $35/mo |
| 3 |  NextlinkBroad backup | 81 | 63% | 2,000 Mbps | $30/mo |
| 4 |  IdeaTek | 99 | 7% | – | – |
| 5 | Velocity Internet | 91 | 11% | – | – |
| 6 | Twin Valley | 91 | 6% | – | – |
The ranking weighs each provider’s speed across everywhere it reaches. AT&T’s 97 is its fiber; in about a fifth of the area it serves, AT&T offers only DSL or Internet Air, which is why Cox ranks first.
Cox Communications is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 80% of the city. If AT&T fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 57% of the city. Where Cox does not reach, Nextlink is the broadest backup, mostly fixed wireless with an overall footprint of about 63% and its fastest common tier, up to 700 Mbps, reaching about 9%.
Fiber is the variable. Fiber reaches 91% of Westlink (67212) but only 43% of Northeast Wichita (67228). Find your neighborhood on the map.
Best Internet Providers in Wichita, KS
Best plan here: Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig — faster than 91% of all internet options in Kansas
- Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month
- Go Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$70Per month
- Go Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- Fast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload75Our score$55Per month
Source: Cox Communications 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
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
Cox Communications is a solid cable option in Wichita, led by Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig with up to 2000 Mbps download, 100 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 91/100, above the city average of 66. That plan is available to about 80% of the city, so verify your address before choosing it. Cable should handle most households reliably, while fiber may offer advantages such as lower latency where available.
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 Cox Communications
Cox Communications is a strong option for many Wichita households, with cable plans offering up to 2,000 Mbps download speeds and excellent performance for streaming, gaming, and multiple users. Its fastest Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig plan has a Speed Score of 91/100 and is available to about 80% of the city, though availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address before choosing a plan.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 97% of all internet options in Kansas
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s 5 GIG fiber plan offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways, a top-tier option with a 97/100 Speed Score. That score is above Wichita’s city average of 66, making AT&T highly competitive for demanding households. Fiber availability varies by address, and this plan reaches about 57% of Wichita, so check whether your location qualifies before counting on its best performance.
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 AT&T
AT&T offers excellent value on fiber, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps both ways to $50/mo for up to 1,000 Mbps both ways, while the $90/mo plan reaches up to 5,000 Mbps both ways. Fiber is address-dependent and available to about 62% of Wichita, while the $40/mo Internet Air plan reaches only about 5% and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check for fiber first because the fallback may not be enough for heavier modern use.
Available Plans
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Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber 1 GIG — faster than 81% of all internet options in Kansas
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber 2 GIG scores higher but reaches ~3%.
- Fiber 2 GIG$80/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/moFiber2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 1 GIG$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month
- Fiber 500$30/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moFiber500 MbpsDownload79Our score$30Per month
Source: Nextlink 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
Nextlink’s 81/100 headline Speed Score and fiber speeds up to 2,000 Mbps both ways can comfortably support large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads, putting it above Wichita’s city average of 66. The Fiber 2 GIG plan is a top-tier option with a 91/100 Speed Score, though it is available to only about 3% of the city, so confirm that Nextlink’s fiber reaches your address before counting on its best performance.
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 Nextlink
Nextlink’s up to 2,000 Mbps fiber service, with equal upload and download speeds, can comfortably handle multiple 4K streams, video calls, gaming, and large uploads at once. Its fiber plans are excellent where available, but coverage is address-dependent, reaching about 3% of Wichita for Fiber 2 GIG and about 5% for the 1 GIG and 500 Mbps plans, so check your address before counting on these faster options.
Available Plans
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Velocity Internet
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Kansas
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, and remote-work needs can find an excellent choice in Velocity Internet’s fiber plan, offering up to 2000 Mbps both ways with a 91/100 Speed Score, above Wichita’s 66 average. That fiber option reaches about 2% of the city, and availability depends on your exact address. Where fiber is unavailable, the up to 500/250 Mbps licensed fixed wireless plan scores 79/100 and is a good option, while the 100/10 Mbps plan scores 28/100 and has 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 Velocity Internet
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, or work-from-home needs could find Velocity Internet an excellent choice, with fiber offering up to 2000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 91, although it reaches only about 2% of census blocks. At other addresses, the up to 500 Mbps fixed wireless plan is a good option and reaches about 7%, while the up to 100 Mbps down and 10 Mbps up plan is below average, so check for the faster plans first because the slower fallback may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
IdeaTek
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Kansas
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
IdeaTek is a top-tier fiber option in Wichita, led by a plan offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 Speed Score, well above the city average top speed score of 66. The specific fiber tier available depends on your address, and this fastest plan reaches about 3% of the city, while the 2,500 Mbps and 1,000 Mbps fiber plans score 96/100 and 81/100 respectively.
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 IdeaTek
IdeaTek is an excellent choice for demanding internet use where its fiber is available, though you should verify your address because its Wichita availability is limited. The fastest plan offers up to 8,000 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 99/100 and reaches about 3% of census blocks, while the other fiber plans offer up to 2,500 Mbps or 1,000 Mbps both ways, so an available IdeaTek fiber connection is a strong option.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Twin Valley Communications Inc
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Kansas
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices are best suited to Twin Valley Communications Inc’s fiber plan, offering up to 2000 Mbps both ways with a 91/100 Speed Score. This top-tier option reaches about 1% of Wichita, so the strongest technology may not be available at your address. Where fiber is unavailable, fixed wireless plans range from up to 500/125 Mbps with a 79/100 score to up to 10/1 Mbps with a 1/100 score, creating meaningful performance differences by 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 Twin Valley Communications Inc
Twin Valley Communications Inc can suit households that need strong performance, especially where its fiber service is available, offering up to 2000 Mbps both ways. Availability is address-dependent, though, with fiber covering about 1% of census blocks, while its fixed wireless options cover more areas but range from good, up to 500 Mbps download and 125 Mbps upload, to speeds that may be inadequate for modern households, so check for the faster plans first.
Available Plans
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The Southern Kansas Telephone Company Inc
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Kansas
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
Fiber is an excellent choice for demanding everyday use, with low-latency performance and the capacity for multiple users, streaming, gaming, and uploads. The fiber plan offers up to 2000 Mbps down and 2000 Mbps up, earns a 91/100 Speed Score, and is available across about 1% of Wichita, making it a top-tier option above the city’s 66 average. Address availability varies, and locations limited to copper may see much weaker performance, so check which technology reaches your home before choosing.
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 The Southern Kansas Telephone Company Inc
Fiber offers excellent everyday performance, with up to 2000 Mbps both ways, but it is available in only about 1% of census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent. The provider also sells good fixed wireless options up to 500 Mbps down and 125 Mbps up, while its copper plans top out at 75 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, which may not be sufficient for modern households, so check for fiber or fixed wireless at your address first.
Available Plans
Fiber
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Copper
Copper
Cable
Copper
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Copper
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 75% of all internet options in Kansas
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
5G fixed wireless can support everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing, with Verizon’s 5G Home plan offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 75/100. That score is above Wichita’s city average of 66, making it a competitive choice, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. The plan is available to about 52% of Wichita addresses, so check your exact address to confirm that Verizon’s 5G Home service reaches you.
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 Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though fixed wireless can vary with location and network conditions. This plan is available to about 52% of Wichita, so check your address first, especially since the $60 monthly price requires Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan with 5G Ultra Wideband.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 79% of all internet options in Kansas
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload79Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload79Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload79Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
T-Mobile suits households seeking good everyday internet for streaming, work, and multiple devices, with up to 500 Mbps download, 60 Mbps upload, and a 79/100 Speed Score that is above Wichita’s city average. Because this is fixed wireless, performance can vary more than wired service, and the 500 Mbps plans are available to about 45% of the city, so confirm availability and bundle requirements at your 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want reasonably fast home internet and already have, or are willing to add, a qualifying postpaid voice line. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload, with good speeds overall, but the best-priced options are available to about 45% of Wichita, so availability is address-dependent and wireless performance can vary. Check your address before choosing, especially if you need consistently strong service for a busy household.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
KanOkla Communications
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Plans range $60–$120 /mo *
Best plan here: 100/20 Wireless Internet — slower than 72% of all internet options in Kansas
- 100/20 Wireless InternetFixed Wireless100 MbpsDownload28Our score$120Per month
- 75/10 Wireless InternetFixed Wireless75 MbpsDownload27Our score$80Per month
- 50/10 Wireless InternetFixed Wireless50 MbpsDownload22Our score$60Per month
Source: KanOkla Communications 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
KanOkla Communications reaches 30.1% of Wichita, so availability depends heavily on your address and many shoppers may not qualify. Its top fixed wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 28/100, below the city average of 66, making performance more limited than stronger alternatives. Check your address carefully and compare other available providers before choosing.
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 KanOkla Communications
KanOkla Communications reaches about 30% of Wichita, so your odds of getting service depend heavily on your address. Its fastest option is fixed wireless with up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload for $120 per month, which is adequate for many households but below average compared with faster internet technologies. The 75/10 and 50/10 plans are slower, so check your address for faster alternatives first, especially if you have demanding streaming, gaming, or work-from-home needs.
Available Plans
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KwiKom
Speeds up to 60 Mbps
Plans start at $65 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 74% of all internet options in Kansas
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
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wichita
KwiKom’s Lbr Fixed Wireless plan suits budget-conscious households with basic internet needs, offering up to 60 Mbps download and 12 Mbps upload. With a Speed Score of 26/100 and coverage reaching 7.1% of Wichita, it has limited performance compared to alternatives, so check which providers and technologies are available at your address first.
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 KwiKom
KwiKom’s Lbr Fixed Wireless plan is best suited to a small household with basic browsing, email, and occasional streaming, offering up to 60 Mbps download and 12 Mbps upload with a below-average Speed Score of 26/100. Fixed wireless can be adequate but may struggle with busy households, so check whether faster internet options are available at your address before choosing KwiKom.
Available Plans
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Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 79% of all internet options in Kansas
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload79Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle 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 Wichita
Satellite service offers broad availability and up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making Starlink a competitive option with a 79/100 Speed Score, above Wichita’s city average of 66. The Residential Max plan is available to 100% of the city, but satellite’s higher latency can affect activities such as video calls and online gaming compared with wired connections. Because address-level availability can vary across technologies, check your address and compare the available plans before choosing.
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, but its higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less consistent than wired service. Its fastest Wichita plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a good 79/100 Speed Score and availability to 100.0% of the city, though you should check for faster fiber or cable options at your address first, since the slower satellite plans may not be enough for modern household demands.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 72% of all internet options in Kansas
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload22Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload15Our 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 Wichita
At $39.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, while Fusion costs $94.99 per month for up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Fusion has the provider’s 28/100 Speed Score, which is below Wichita’s city average of 66, so satellite offers limited performance compared with alternatives, especially for latency-sensitive activities. Confirm which technology reaches your address and check other available options before choosing, even though HughesNet’s plans show 100.0% availability across Wichita.
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
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $49.99 to $119.99, but its satellite plans offer only up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and have below-average speed scores, so check for faster internet before choosing it. The Fusion plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and is available to 100% of Wichita, but satellite service can be limited for modern needs such as streaming, gaming, and video calls, making HughesNet mainly a fallback where better options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 74% of all internet options in Kansas
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload26Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload22Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc 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 Wichita
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with the alternatives available in Wichita, with a headline Speed Score of 26/100 versus the city average of 66. Its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and both listed plans score below average, check what other technologies are available at your specific address before choosing Viasat.
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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a backup option, so check for faster internet first if you need reliable service for streaming, gaming, or multiple users. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of Wichita, but its 26/100 Speed Score and satellite technology mean performance may be limited.
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Internet Provider Reviews in Wichita, KS
We read 208 recent Google reviews of Wichita listings for AT&T and Cox and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What AT&T customers report
Billing
Good
8% mention
Support
Good
28% mention
Installation
Good
14% mention
Equipment
Poor
6% mention
“Casie C. was great and patient with our odd questions, even on multiple visits. She helped us get a better phone plan, switch to AT&T fiber when it became available in our neighborhood, and got us set up with DirectTV stream.”
“I was Unable to return internet extenders at this store. I was advised to contact customer service and FedEx them back. To bad you can't do all your ATT business in this store.”
What Cox customers report
Outages
Very poor
27% mention
Speed
Very poor
9% mention
Billing
Very poor
30% mention
Support
Poor
45% mention
Installation
Mixed
10% mention
Equipment
Poor
18% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
5% mention
“Carlos helped answer all my questions. He explained in detail on what my issue might be with the device. He immediately got me a new modem to replace a very old one. My issue with modem inconsistencies is fixed. Thanks.”
“I rely on the internet. I had 1 that worked from home. There were several times it was off between 10 hrs. To several days. Just not reliable. Decided to go with another service and have had a much better and reliable internet.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Wichita
All 27 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 27 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload79Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month~80.2%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$70Per month~80.2%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~80.2%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsFast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload75Our score$55Per month~80.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward card5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$90Per month~56.6%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward card1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~62%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward card500 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~62%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward Card300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month~62%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Wichita providers head-to-head
The matchup many Wichita households compare. Green marks the better number.
AT&T FiberAT&T Fiber wins on top speed, gig price, upload, starting price and reviews; Cox wins on reach.
Best Fit by Household Type in Wichita
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Cox Communications Go Even Faster 500 Mbps for $50 promotional starting rate, reaching about 80% of Wichita.
Its cable tier supports shared streaming, classes, and video calls across much of Wichita.
Check first: Confirm Cox availability at your address, especially outside its approximately 80% cable footprint.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 1 GIG for $50 promotional starting rate, reaching about 62% of Wichita.
Fiber offers symmetrical 1,000/1,000 Mbps service where AT&T fiber reaches the address.
Check first: AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches only about 57% of Wichita.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Cox Communications Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig, reaching about 80% of Wichita.
Its 2,000 Mbps cable tier provides the strongest broadly available speed in the local ranking.
Check first: Verify the 2,000 Mbps tier at your address; faster technology does not equal universal availability.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Nextlink as the backup, with fixed wireless reaching about 63% overall and 700 Mbps reaching about 9%.
Nextlink offers broader terrestrial coverage where Cox or AT&T service does not reach.
Check first: Nextlink's fastest common fixed-wireless tier reaches only about 9% of Wichita.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code and Neighborhood in Wichita
How much of each Wichita ZIP code can get fiber, and which wired providers file service there. Tap a ZIP code on the map, or type yours.
Blocks with fiber50%65%80%90%
All of Wichita
72% of the city can get fiber
- Coxcable80%
- AT&Tfiber62%
- IdeaTekfiber7%
- Nextlinkfiber5%
66% of the city can choose between two or more cable or fiber providers.
All 26 residential ZIP codes in Wichita
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Any fiber | Cox cable | AT&T Fiber | IdeaTek Fiber | 2+ choices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67202 | Downtown Wichita, Old Town, Delano (east edge) | 77% | 56% | 66% | 16% | 62% |
| 67203 | Delano, Riverside, North End | 86% | 85% | 84% | 4% | 81% |
| 67204 | Evergreen, North Riverside, Wichita Heights | 66% | 80% | 64% | 5% | 62% |
| 67205 | Maize (area), Auburn Hills, Reflection Ridge | 76% | 66% | 45% | 38% | 74% |
| 67206 | Eastborough (adjacent), Willowbrook, Rockwood | 64% | 95% | 63% | 0.3% | 63% |
| 67207 | Southeast Wichita, College Hill (east), Cambridge | 63% | 87% | 57% | 0.3% | 58% |
| 67208 | College Hill, Crown Heights, Sleepy Hollow | 77% | 97% | 76% | 0.1% | 76% |
| 67209 | Westlink, Southwest Village, Peppertree | 76% | 92% | 73% | 5% | 74% |
| 67210 | Southeast Wichita, Airport area, Oaklawn (adjacent) | 59% | 76% | 46% | 2% | 50% |
| 67211 | South Central Wichita, Planeview, Hilltop | 91% | 93% | 90% | 0.7% | 88% |
| 67212 | Westlink, Auburn Hills, Tallgrass | 91% | 97% | 87% | 6% | 90% |
| 67213 | Delano (south), West Central Wichita, Historic Midtown | 88% | 93% | 85% | 5% | 85% |
| 67214 | Northeast Wichita, Uptown, Fairmount | 76% | 79% | 73% | 4% | 70% |
| 67215 | Haysville (area), Southwest Wichita, Wichita Airport (south) | 55% | 65% | 41% | 6% | 47% |
| 67216 | South Wichita, Oaklawn, Sundance | 61% | 82% | 50% | 2% | 53% |
| 67217 | South Central Wichita, Southwest Wichita, Pawnee Prairie | 68% | 92% | 63% | 4% | 64% |
| 67218 | Southeast Wichita, College Hill (south), Southeast Heights | 75% | 94% | 74% | 0.8% | 74% |
| 67219 | North Wichita, Chisholm Creek, Evergreen | 71% | 83% | 70% | 0.5% | 67% |
| 67220 | Northeast Wichita, Bel Aire (adjacent), Wilshire | 64% | 83% | 60% | 6% | 61% |
| 67223 | West Wichita, Maize (area), Reflection Ridge (west) | 86% | 32% | 16% | 73% | 81% |
| 67226 | Northeast Wichita, Wilson Estates, Cambridge | 54% | 65% | 50% | 6% | 50% |
| 67227 | East Wichita, Greenwich Heights, near US-54/Kellogg corridor | 52% | 19% | 12% | 11% | 30% |
| 67228 | Northeast Wichita, far east residential area | 43% | 48% | 22% | 19% | 38% |
| 67230 | East Wichita, Greenwich Road corridor, Seneca Falls area | 44% | 61% | 31% | 8% | 37% |
| 67232 | Southeast Wichita, Kellogg/127th Street East area | 69% | 20% | 7% | 0% | 20% |
| 67235 | West Wichita, Auburn Hills, Maple Ridge | 62% | 62% | 38% | 14% | 53% |
Share of each ZIP’s census blocks where the provider files that technology with the FCC; DSL and fixed wireless are not counted as fiber. Neighborhood names are approximate.
Wichita Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Wichita, KS?
Cox Communications is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 80% of Wichita. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 57% of the city, so choose it if it reaches your address.
What is the fastest internet in Wichita, KS?
AT&T is the fastest where available, with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 57% of Wichita. Cox Communications offers up to 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 80%, making it the stronger broadly available speed choice.
Which internet provider covers the most of Wichita, KS?
T-Mobile covers the most of Wichita, reaching about 86% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and HughesNet reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Wichita, KS?
Nextlink Fiber 500 is the cheapest plan at $30 per month for the first 12 months, then $50, delivering 500 Mbps and reaching about 5% of Wichita. It is the city's minimum-priced plan, but its address-level availability is limited.
Can I get fiber internet in Wichita?
Fiber is offered by 6 listed providers in Wichita, with AT&T fiber reaching about 62% overall and its 5,000 Mbps tier reaching about 57%. Check your address because smaller fiber footprints include IdeaTek at about 7% and Velocity at about 11%.
What internet speed do I need in Wichita?
A 300 Mbps plan supports many Wichita households, while 1,000 Mbps is better for heavy streaming, gaming, and multiple remote workers. Cox's 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 80%, while AT&T's 1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 62%.
Can two homes in the same ZIP get different options?
Yes. Provider qualification often changes by block, apartment building, or infrastructure segment.
Is AT&T Fiber better than Cox in Wichita?
AT&T Fiber's 1 Gig plan is $50/mo with 1,000 Mbps upload; Cox's is $70/mo with 35 Mbps upload. AT&T Fiber sells up to 5,000 Mbps here and Cox up to 2,000 Mbps. Cox reaches more of Wichita (about 80% vs 62%), so check which one your address gets.
Is Starlink worth it in Wichita?
Rarely. Starlink starts at $55/mo, and cable or fiber reaches about 89% of Wichita. It makes the most sense at an address with no wired or 5G home internet option.
Is $100 a month a lot for internet in Wichita?
For most homes, yes. A 1 Gig plan in Wichita costs $40 (Nextlink), $50 (AT&T), $70 (Cox) a month in our latest price check. If you pay more than $80 for a gig, your promo price may have ended.
How We Analyze Internet in Wichita
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 Wichita report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Wichita
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.