| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| Sparklight | $45.00 | 200 - 940 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Valnet Telecommunications | - | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 90.56%
3 providers - 0.33%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Independence is comparable to the rest of Kansas - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Independence area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Independence residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Independence, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Independence area, and 90.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Independence's five internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 14 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| Viasat | 8 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Sparklight | 107 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 194 Mbps | 153 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Independence.
The largest internet providers in Independence are AT&T, Sparklight, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Independence.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Independence residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 100% of the area. Independence’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Independence residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Independence covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Independence to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Independence, $58.75.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Independence, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Independence. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Independence's providers, 64 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to all households in Independence covering 100% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Independence residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $45/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Independence, $58.75.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.23 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Independence, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Independence. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Independence's providers, 64 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Independence covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Independence where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Independence, $58.75.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Independence, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Independence. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Independence's providers, 64 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Independence with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in Independence. The next fastest internet provider in Independence is Valnet Telecommunications , offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in Independence with plans starting at $45/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Independence, $58.75.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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