Fairbanks Residential Internet Coverage
Fairbanks is the second largest city in Alaska. Nearly 12% of the population are members of the armed forces. Among civilians, 16% work in retail. Fairbanks residents tend be well-educated and upper-middle class. Residents rely on their internet connection to connect with loved ones deployed overseas, connect with their community and follow what's happening in the lower 48 states. Compared with just 63% of Alaska, 100% of Fairbanks residents can access high speed internet.
Connection options in Fairbanks are severely limited. DSL and fiber optics are not available in Fairbanks. GCI Communications Corp. provides cable internet to 100% of area homes. For users who prefer not to use cable internet, satellite internet from HughesNet is also available.
Commercial users in Fairbanks have the same options as residents.
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Summary of Fairbanks internet providers
Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
Technology Type
DSL:
DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.
Cable:
Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.
Satellite:
Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.
Fiber:
Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.
51% available in Fairbanks
