Alaska Broadband Coverage Report (2026)
Analysis of internet service availability across Alaska, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless coverage.
Technology Breakdown
Based on 32,195 broadband service records
Top Internet Providers
| Provider | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Viasat Inc | 110,378 | 79.1% |
| GCI Communication Corp. | 11,716 | 8.4% |
| HughesNet | 11,250 | 8.1% |
| ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS | 5,602 | 4% |
| Matanuska Telecom Association Inc. | 566 | 0.4% |
Largest Cities
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Pole | 0 |
| 2 | Salcha | 0 |
| 3 | Skwentna | 0 |
| 4 | Sutton | 0 |
| 5 | Talkeetna | 0 |
| 6 | Trapper Creek | 0 |
| 7 | Ward Cove | 0 |
| 8 | Willow | 0 |
| 9 | Big Lake | 0 |
| 10 | Chugiak | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of Alaska has fiber internet?
Based on FCC broadband data, fiber accounts for approximately 7.8% of broadband availability records in Alaska.
Who are the largest internet providers in Alaska?
The top providers in Alaska by coverage include Viasat Inc, GCI Communication Corp., HughesNet.
How many broadband options are available in Alaska?
Alaska has approximately 32,195 broadband service records across fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless technologies.
Methodology
This report is derived from FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) records. Technology percentages reflect the share of service availability records, not unique households. Provider market share is based on reported location counts. Data is refreshed daily. Read our full methodology.
This data is also available via our public JSON API.