Internet in Milwaukee
Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Milwaukee area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.
Average starting price 
$79.77/mo
Average speed
170.8 Mbps
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Milwaukee Residential Internet Coverage
Located along the coast of eastern Wisconsin on Lake Michigan, the city of Milwaukee is one of the largest in Wisconsin.
AT&T has an extremely large DSL network that reaches all of Milwaukee, reaching neighboring communities like Waukesha and West Bend. Granville, Northridge, and Ridgeview are some of the northernmost neighborhoods that fit in the AT&T service area. Coverage is available as far south as Mitchell Field and New Coein.
High-speed cable is widely available through Time Warner Cable. Starting in the northern neighborhoods of Dretzka Park and Pheasant Run, the network runs through the central communities of Hillside and Concordia before reaching Maitland Park and Copernicus Park in the south.
Service is also available along the eastern coast, with all of these providers covering areas like Lake Park, Historic Third Ward, Jones Island, and Bayview. Some of the most heavily populated neighborhoods in Milwaukee have multiple internet connection options. These neighborhoods include Lincoln Village, Polonia, and Southgate.
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Average download speed
170.78 Mbps
Average upload speed
66.37 Mbps
Average latency (ping)
14.93 ms
Average jitter
30.48 ms
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What is the best internet provider in Milwaukee?
- - Great value
- Spectrum - No data caps
- EarthLink - Multiple service types available
- Hughesnet - Perfect for rural areas
- Viasat - Widely available
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Summary of Milwaukee internet providers
| Provider | Type | Download speeds | User rating | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 5000 Mbps | 3.5/5 | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 4.0/5 | ViewPlans for T-Mobile Home Internet |
| Spectrum | Cable | 1000 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | 3.5/5 | ViewPlans for Spectrum |
| EarthLink | Fiber | 5000 Mbps | 4.0/5 | ViewPlans for EarthLink |
| Hughesnet | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3/5 | ViewPlans for Hughesnet |
| Viasat | Satellite | 150 Mbps | 3/5 | ViewPlans for Viasat |
| ispMint | DSL | 100 Mbps | 4.5/5 | |
| Easy Internet Now | Fiber | 5000 Mbps | 4.5/5 | |
| Upstream Network | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | N/A | ViewPlans for Upstream Network |
| TDS Telecom | Cable, DSL, Fiber & Other Copper Wireline | 1000 Mbps | 2.0/5 | ViewPlans for TDS Telecom |
| Bertram Internet | Fixed Wireless | 50 Mbps | 1.5/5 | ViewPlans for Bertram Internet |
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.
Customer reviews of internet providers in Milwaukee
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Toni D|12-26-2022
As a 10 plus yrs customer I would most definitely recommend AT&T high speed internet to anyone who’s willing to listen. I’d tried one other company and with great disappointment of that service network I chose AT&T instead with no regrets. Their signal strength is unmatched by others along with magnificent clarity while streaming high speed/definition videos or streaming music. It’s a win win.
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Natasha K|11-18-2021
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Spectrum sent me a bill for two months when I called they claimed it was for a late bill from Aug 2021 but I have all the bank statements and screenshots from payments been with them 2 years and has always paid the same way around the same time. I'm annoyed and they steady trying to justify it... they lost a customer!
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Craig H|07-11-2021
They refuse to prorate if you leave. I had to pay for a full month 2 days into my cycle.
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Michael O|04-03-2013
Worst possible billing department. It's a wonder they can function at all with so many departments that don't speak to each other.
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Dustin W|11-25-2014
I like my wi-fi service provided by Time Warner Cable. It is pretty quick and hasa good, strong signal but I believe it could be a little more reasonably priced.
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Rohini A|05-11-2015
Looking for better internet service in my area for cheap price. I am long standing customer of AT&T.
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