Billings, MT Internet
Internet Providers in Billings, MT
Compare every internet provider in Billings, MT: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSpectrum is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of the city. TDS Telecom has fiber speeds up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching about 14% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice; CenturyLink is the safe fallback where Spectrum does not reach, mostly DSL with up to 80 Mbps reaching about 6% of the city and an overall footprint of about 83%.
Billings Heights is the standout fiber zone, where TDS wins about 49% of ZIP 59105, while Spectrum leads with about 74% in the Rocky Mountain College area, ZIP 59102. In South Side, Spectrum covers about 52% of 59101, with TDS at about 11% and Ziply Fiber at about 6%, while West End has Spectrum at about 53% and smaller fiber pockets from TCT Internet and Quantum Fiber. ZIP 59107 is the clearest cable-heavy, slower-than-fiber pocket, so students near Montana State University Billings or Rocky Mountain College should check for old copper infrastructure before counting on smooth Zoom, streaming, or gaming. Verizon and other fixed-wireless providers can fill gaps, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Billings, MT
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 87% of all internet options in Montana
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload86Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload35Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum 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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Billings
Spectrum’s headline Speed Score of 87/100 reflects up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices. Its cable service is a solid option and scores above Billings’ city average of 70, though availability varies by address, with the listed plans reaching about 72% of the city.
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 Spectrum
Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. Its cable service is a strong option where available, with the Gig plan reaching about 72% of Billings, while the lower-speed plans may be adequate for lighter use, so check your address to confirm the fastest option and pricing after the promotional period.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (speeds up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 87% of all internet options in Montana
- Fiber Internet (speeds up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload87Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload35Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink 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 Billings
CenturyLink is a top-tier option in Billings, with a Speed Score of 87/100 that is above the city average of 70. Its Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload for $75 per month, making it an excellent choice for demanding online use, but fiber is available to only about 2% of the city. At some addresses, only the 100 Mbps DSL plan may be available, and its 35/100 Speed Score reflects limited performance compared with alternatives, so check the technology and speeds offered 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 CenturyLink
CenturyLink is worth considering, but only a small number of Billings addresses get its excellent fiber option. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload for $75 per month, with availability at about 2% of the city, while the 100 Mbps DSL plan costs $55 per month and is available at about 3%; since DSL is below average for speed, check your address for fiber or another faster provider before choosing it.
Available Plans
Copper
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Copper
Best plan here: 1Gig Fiber Internet — faster than 87% of all internet options in Montana
- 1Gig Fiber InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$49.99Per month
Source: TDS Telecom 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 Billings
For $49.99 per month, TDS Telecom offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and upload on a fiber plan, making it a top-tier option with a Speed Score of 87/100. That score is above Billings’ city average of 70, and the symmetrical speeds provide strong value for streaming, gaming, working from home, and multiple connected devices. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 14% of the city, so confirm this plan is offered 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 TDS Telecom
At $49.99 per month, TDS Telecom offers excellent value here with up to 1Gig fiber internet, providing up to 1000 Mbps download and upload speeds for demanding streaming, work, and gaming needs. This symmetrical fiber plan has a strong 87/100 Speed Score, but availability is address-dependent and reaches about 14% of Billings, so check your exact address before choosing it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 5 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Montana
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$90Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$60Per month
- Fiber GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$50Per month
- Fiber 300/300Fiber300 MbpsDownload82Our score$30Per month
- Fiber 100/100Fiber100 MbpsDownload35Our score$20Per month
Source: Ziply Fiber 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 Billings
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and demanding home use, with Ziply Fiber’s top Speed Score of 99/100 above Billings’ city average of 70. Its Fiber 2 Gig plan offers up to 2,000 Mbps both ways for $60 per month, while Fiber 5 Gig reaches up to 5,000 Mbps both ways for $90 per month, and each is available to about 6% of the city. Availability is address-dependent, so confirm that Ziply Fiber’s fiber network reaches your home before choosing 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 Ziply Fiber
Fiber is excellent for everyday use, with Ziply Fiber offering symmetrical plans ranging from up to 100 Mbps to up to 5,000 Mbps, including especially fast 2 Gig and 5 Gig options. Availability is highly address-dependent, however, since these fiber plans reach about 6% of Billings, so check your address first to see whether Ziply’s top-tier service is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Nemont
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 87% of all internet options in Montana
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 Billings
For your monthly bill, Nemont offers its best value through fiber, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, a Speed Score of 87, and an excellent choice for households that can get it, though this plan reaches about 1% of Billings. Because Nemont also uses fixed wireless and copper, its best technology may not be available at your address. The up to 100 Mbps down and 100 Mbps up fixed wireless plan scores 35, while copper reaches up to 30 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up with a score of 22, so consider checking other providers first for heavier internet use.
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 Nemont
Nemont’s value depends heavily on your address: where its fiber is available, you can get up to 1000 Mbps both ways, an excellent option for streaming, work, and multiple users. Fiber reaches about 1% of census blocks, while the more widely available fixed wireless option reaches about 8% and offers up to 100 Mbps both ways, but some addresses fall back to copper or 10 Mbps fixed wireless plans that may be inadequate for modern needs, so check for faster alternatives first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 99% of all internet options in Montana
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload87Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload86Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber 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 Billings
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and heavy household use. Quantum Fiber’s Fiber 2G plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 99/100 Speed Score, above Billings’ city average of 70, but it is available to about 3% of the city, so confirm that this top-tier option reaches 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 Quantum Fiber
Fiber is excellent for everyday use, supporting fast streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads, with Quantum Fiber offering up to 2,000 Mbps down and 1,000 Mbps up for $70 a month. The 2 Gig plan is available to about 3% of Billings, while the 1 Gig and 500 Mbps plans reach about 4%, so check your address because this strong fiber option is available only in a small part of the city.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
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TCT Internet
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 87% of all internet options in Montana
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 Billings
TCT Internet’s fiber plan is an excellent choice for high-performance internet. It offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload speeds, with a Speed Score of 87/100, above Billings’ 70 average. Availability is limited to 2.1% of the city, so verify that this fiber plan reaches 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 TCT Internet
TCT Internet is an excellent option for demanding online use, but only at a small number of Billings addresses. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, with excellent, symmetrical performance and coverage of about 2% of census blocks, so check your address to see whether it is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Triangle Communications
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 65% of all internet options in Montana
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
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Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Billings
Fiber provides low-latency connectivity that is well suited to streaming, video calls, and everyday online use, but Triangle Communications’ plan is limited to up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 35/100. Available at about 2% of Billings, it may not reach your address, and its score is below the city’s average top speed score of 70, so checking other available options could be worthwhile.
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 Triangle Communications
Fiber gives Triangle Communications customers a reliable connection for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with speeds up to 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up. Availability is highly address-dependent, reaching about 2% of Billings, so check your exact address before relying on it, especially if you need faster speeds for heavy household use.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 82% of all internet options in Montana
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload82Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Billings
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday streaming, video calls, and connected households, though performance can vary more than with wired service. Its Speed Score of 82/100 is above Billings’ city average of 70, so it is a competitive option where available. This plan reaches about 51% of the city, so check your address to confirm that Verizon 5G Home service is 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 Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a solid fit for streaming, video calls, and several connected devices, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. This option is available to about 51% of Billings, so check your address first, and compare it with any local fiber or cable alternatives before choosing, especially if you need the most consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 86% of all internet options in Montana
- 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 MbpsDownload86Our 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 MbpsDownload86Our 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 MbpsDownload86Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Billings
T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service suits households that want up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload for streaming, video calls, and everyday use. Its 86/100 Speed Score is above Billings’ city average of 70, making it a competitive choice, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 17% of the city, so check your address carefully, and note that these offers require a qualifying postpaid voice line bundle.
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
Households that want solid everyday speeds and can bundle internet with a qualifying T-Mobile voice line may find T-Mobile a good fit, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps down and 60 Mbps up. Fixed wireless is adequate rather than as consistent as fiber or cable, and these plans are available to about 17% of Billings, so check your address first to confirm the faster option is available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Wisp West, Celerity Internet
Speeds up to 200 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 62% of all internet options in Montana
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 Billings
Wisp West, Celerity Internet is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Billings. Its best listed fixed-wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 62/100, below the city’s average top-speed score of 70, and is available to about 2% of the city. Availability varies by address, so check what other options reach your home before choosing a slower Wisp West plan.
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 Wisp West, Celerity Internet
Wisp West, Celerity Internet is mainly an adequate option, so check for faster internet from another provider first. Its licensed fixed wireless plans range from up to 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up to 200 Mbps down and 100 Mbps up, but the fastest plan is available across only about 2% of census blocks, while the up to 100 Mbps plan reaches about 16%; availability and performance are therefore highly address-dependent, and the slower plans may not be enough for modern households.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 86% of all internet options in Montana
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload86Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload62Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload35Our 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 Billings
Satellite internet can support everyday streaming, work, and browsing, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 86/100. That score is above Billings’ city average of 70, making it a competitive satellite option, though satellite typically has higher latency and less consistent real-world performance than wired connections. The plan is listed as available to 100.0% of Billings, but confirm service at your specific address and check other available technologies if low latency or maximum consistency matters.
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 can reach homes that lack wired service, and Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making it a strong option for streaming, video calls, and multiple users despite satellite latency. All three plans are available to 100% of Billings, with options from up to 100 Mbps for $55 per month to up to 400 Mbps for $130 per month, but check for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies typically provide a better everyday experience.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 65% of all internet options in Montana
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload35Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload25Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload17Our 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 Billings
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 35/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 70, making it a limited-performance satellite option for the price. Select costs $49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo, for up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, while Lite costs $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo, for up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload. These plans reach about 100% of Billings, but satellite’s higher latency and lower scores make it worth checking what other 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 HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but satellite service and its below-average speeds may feel limiting for streaming, gaming, or multiple users. It reaches 100.0% of Billings, making it a broadly available fallback, though you should check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other local options before choosing it.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 66% of all internet options in Montana
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload34Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload23Our 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 Billings
Viasat Inc is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Billings, with its headline Speed Score of 34/100 below the city average of 70. Viasat Essentials is the stronger choice, offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month with availability to 100% of the city, while Viasat Unleashed scores 23/100 and offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Because both plans use satellite, check what other technologies are available at your specific address 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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a widely available fallback, but it is not a strong first choice for speed-sensitive households because its satellite plans are below average for the state. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with a Speed Score of 34/100 and availability to 100% of Billings, while Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34/4 Mbps for $99.99; check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing satellite.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Billings
All 26 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 26 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload86Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$60Per month~71.5%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload62Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload86Our score$40Per month~71.5%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload82Our score$60Per month~51%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload35Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload35Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Viasat IncViasat Essentials55 MbpsDownload34Our score$69.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)100 MbpsDownload35Our score$30Per month~71.5%CoverageCable
- HughesNetSelect$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo50 MbpsDownload25Our score$49.99$74.99Per 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 Billings
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 for $30/mo as a promotional starting rate, reaching about 72% of Billings.
Its 100 Mbps tier reaches about 72% citywide, including 74% of ZIP 59102 around Rocky Mountain College.
Check first: Confirm service at the exact address because Spectrum does not reach every Billings home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Spectrum where available, or TDS Telecom fiber if your address qualifies.
Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 72%; TDS fiber reaches about 14% at up to 8,000 Mbps.
Check first: TDS's fastest fiber is address-specific and reaches only about 14% of Billings.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick TDS Telecom fiber if available; otherwise choose Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable tier.
TDS reaches about 14% with 8,000 Mbps fiber, while Spectrum reaches about 72% with 1,000 Mbps cable.
Check first: Neither provider's fastest technology is guaranteed at every Billings address.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with TDS Telecom where fiber is available near campus-heavy areas.
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 Billings
Billings Heights 59105
TDS Telecom is currently the strongest option for Multi-device fiber households.
TDS Telecom reaches about 49% of ZIP 59105 with fiber speeds up to 8,000 Mbps.
ZIP 59107
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum reaches about 81% of ZIP 59107 with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps.
West End 59106
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Widely available cable.
Spectrum reaches about 53% of West End, while TCT Internet fiber reaches about 9%.
Rocky Mountain College 59102
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for College-area households.
Spectrum reaches about 74% of ZIP 59102; Ziply Fiber reaches about 9% with fiber.
Billings Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Billings, MT?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of Billings. If TDS Telecom fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, offering up to 8,000 Mbps across about 14% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Billings, MT?
TDS Telecom is the fastest where available, with 8,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 14% of Billings. Spectrum is the best overall option, with 1,000 Mbps cable reaching about 72% of the city.
Which internet provider covers the most of Billings, MT?
CenturyLink has the broadest non-satellite footprint at about 83% of Billings, mostly through DSL. Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, but CenturyLink is the broadest wired backup when Spectrum does not reach an address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Billings, MT?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest plan at a promotional starting rate of $20/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching about 6% of Billings. It is the minimum-priced option, but availability is limited to qualifying addresses.
Can I get fiber internet in Billings?
TDS Telecom fiber reaches about 14% of Billings, including about 49% of ZIP 59105, while Ziply Fiber reaches about 6% citywide. Check the exact address because fiber footprints are much smaller than some providers' overall coverage.
What internet speed do I need in Billings?
A 100 Mbps plan reaches about 72% of Billings through Spectrum and suits basic streaming, browsing, and smaller households. Larger households should check faster tiers, but TDS's 8,000 Mbps fiber reaches only about 14%.
Is TDS Telecom available in Billings Heights?
TDS Telecom reaches about 49% of Billings Heights in ZIP 59105 with fiber speeds up to 8,000 Mbps. Its strong local footprint makes it worth checking first, but service still depends on the specific address.
How We Analyze Internet in Billings
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 Billings report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Billings
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.