Internet Providers
Looking for the scoop on getting connected in Omaha? Whether you’re streaming, working from home, gaming, or just keeping in touch, we’ve laid out the best internet options the city has to offer. From trusted tried-and-true providers like Cox, Spectrum, CenturyLink, and satellite options, to game-changing newcomers like Metronet, now bringing ultra-fast, 100% fiber-optic connectivity to neighborhoods across Douglas County since Summer 2024, our guide helps you compare speeds, availability, and plans, all in one place.
Metronet (Fiber Internet)
Looking for blazing-fast, reliable Internet? Metronet is now expanding into Omaha with 100% fiber-optic service, offering speeds of up to 5 Gbps for homes and 10 Gbps for businesses. No contracts, no data caps, and free equipment and installation options make it a seriously tempting choice. Metronet’s already been crowned “Fastest Major ISP” by PCMag for two years running.
- Overview: Metronet is rolling out ultra‑high‑speed, 100% fiber‑optic Internet service to Omaha and Douglas County, bringing symmetric multi‑gigabit speeds to residents and businesses. They’ve been named PCMag’s “Fastest Major ISP” in both 2023 and 2024. Construction in Omaha began in the summer of 2024, and initial service is now available in early service areas.
- Speeds & Plans:
- Up to 5 Gbps symmetric for homes; businesses can access up to 10 Gbps.
- Typical residential plans across markets include 150 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 1 Gbps, and up to 5 Gbps with promotional pricing lasting around 12 months before standard rates apply.
- Benefits:
- Unlimited data, no contracts.
- Fast symmetrical upload/download speeds.
- Free Wi‑Fi router (Eero, with Wi‑Fi 6E or 7 depending on tier), and free installation promotions in many markets.
- Strong reputation: excellent reliability, customer service, and consistently high speed rankings.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | 100% fiber-optic, symmetrical speed |
| Speeds | Up to 5 Gbps (residential), up to 10 Gbps (business) |
| Contracts | Month-to-month plans |
| Router & Installation | Included (Eero with Wi-Fi 6E/7 depending on plan; free installation deals) |
| Data Cap | Unlimited data |
| Local Availability | Expanding since summer 2024—check your neighborhood |
Cox Communications
Overview: The fastest, widely available cable internet in Omaha. Plans up to 2 Gbps; fiber-powered over coax, no annual contracts.
Phone:
General Business Office: 402-934‑6000
Local Store: 205 N 80th St – 402-932‑9977
CenturyLink
Overview: Offers both DSL and fiber up to 940 Mbps; fiber includes free modem and installation.
Phone: 1-855‑263‑9576
Viasat
Overview: Satellite internet available across all of Omaha; speeds up to 150 Mbps, unlimited data (throttling applies after threshold).
Phone: 1‑877‑697‑2926
Website: https://www.viasat.com/
T-Mobile Home Internet
Overview: 5G home internet with typical speeds between 133–415 Mbps; no data caps.
Phone: 1-844‑914‑2347
Website: https://www.t-mobile.com/stores/bd/home-internet-omaha-ne
Verizon 5G Home Internet
Overview: 5G home internet up to 1 Gbps, coverage ~19% of Omaha.
Phone: 1-866‑498‑5878
HughesNet
Overview: Satellite internet—100 Mbps, full coverage across Omaha.
Phone: 1-855‑958‑4319
Starlink
Overview: Satellite service with speeds roughly 25–220 Mbps, 100% coverage.
Phone: (Not listed; sign‑up online)
Website: https://www.starlink.com/
Wrap-Up Note
Choosing the right internet provider in Omaha can be overwhelming, so take the time to do your research and read reviews before making a decision. If you’re lucky enough to have Metronet available in your neighborhood, I’d definitely give it strong consideration. Based on my own experience since moving here, it has been an excellent provider. It has been fast, reliable, and responsive. There have been a few weather-related outages, but every time I reached out, they credited my bill, and customer service was genuinely helpful. I know it’s not yet everywhere in the city, but if it is in your area, I think you’ll be very happy with it.