Montana Broadband Coverage Report (2026)
Analysis of internet service availability across Montana, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless coverage.
Technology Breakdown
Based on 140,581 broadband service records
Top Internet Providers
| Provider | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Viasat Inc | 178,614 | 96.8% |
| HughesNet | 2,238 | 1.2% |
| Spectrum | 2,237 | 1.2% |
| CenturyLink | 1,504 | 0.8% |
Largest Cities
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arlee | 0 |
| 2 | Deer Lodge | 0 |
| 3 | Ronan | 0 |
| 4 | Stevensville | 0 |
| 5 | Frenchtown | 0 |
| 6 | Seeley Lake | 0 |
| 7 | Corvallis | 0 |
| 8 | Florence | 0 |
| 9 | Darby | 0 |
| 10 | Billings | 117,116 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of Montana has fiber internet?
Based on FCC broadband data, fiber accounts for approximately 17% of broadband availability records in Montana.
Who are the largest internet providers in Montana?
The top providers in Montana by coverage include Viasat Inc, HughesNet, Spectrum.
How many broadband options are available in Montana?
Montana has approximately 140,581 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.