2009 Report on Internet Speeds in All 50 States

A Report on Internet Speeds in All 50 States

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U.S Internet Speeds in 2009 Show Limited Progress and Still Lag Behind Many Countries



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he results of this third annual speedmatters.org survey of Internet speeds show that the U.S. has not made significant improvement in the speeds at which residents connect to the Internet. Our nation continues to fall far behind other countries.1 Speed makes the promise of the Internet a reality. But too many Americans are locked into slow Internet, foreclosing access to many online applications and services. The 2009 speedmatters.org survey finds that the average download speed for the nation was 5.1 megabits per second (mbps) and the average upload speed was 1.1 mbps. These speeds are just slightly faster than the 2008 speedmatters.org results of 4.2 megabits per second (mbps) download and 873 kilobits per second (kbps) upload. In other words, between 2008 and 2009, the average download



speed increased by only nine-tenths of a megabit per second (from 4.2 mbps to 5.1 mbps), and the average upload speed barely changed (from 873 kbps to 1.1 mbps). At this rate, it will take the United States 15 years to catch up with current Internet speeds in South Korea. Moreover, the average upload speed from the speedmatters.org survey is far too slow for patient monitoring or to transmit large files such as medical records.2 The 2009 speedmatters.org survey also reveals that the U.S. continues to lag far behind other countries. The United States ranks 28th in the world in average Internet connection speeds. In South Korea, the average download speed is 20.4 mbps, or four times faster than the U.S. The U.S. trails Japan at 15.8 mbps, Sweden at 12.8 mbps, the Netherlands at 11.0 mbps, and 24 other countries that have faster broadband than we do.



U.S. Internet Speeds in All 50 States



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Next-generation broadband provides enough bandwidth to allow people to send and receive multiple video channels, large data files, medical diagnostics, or participate in realtime video conferencing. These activities require at least 10 mbps download and upload speed. Fiber-to-the-home networks can deliver 100 mbps in both directions. Using the typical speeds available on today’s DSL or cable modem, it can take two hours or more to upload or download an educational video, but only two minutes on an allfiber network. Similarly, at U.S. average download and upload speeds, it takes about 35 minutes to download 100 pictures taken on a family vacation and a full four hours to upload those same photos. On an all-fiber 100 mbps network, it would take less than two minutes to upload or download the full set of pictures.



Source: speedmatters.org 2009 speed test results. Results do not add up to 100% due to rounding. The Federal Communications Commission defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



Moreover, people in other countries have access to much faster networks. Ninety percent of Japanese households have access to fiber-to-the-home networks capable of 100 mbps. According to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the average of advertised speeds offered by broadband providers in Japan was 92.8 mbps and in South Korea was 80.8 mbps download. According to the OECD, the U.S. ranks 19th in the world in average advertised broadband download speed at 9.6 mbps.3 The results of the 2009 speedmatters.org survey also show that most Americans continue to be locked into slow Internet, while relatively few have access to truly highspeed two-way connections. Eighteen percent of those who took the speed test recorded download speeds that were slower than 768 kbps, which does not even qualify as basic broadband according to the Federal Communications Commission. Another two-thirds (64 percent) of speed test participants connected at less than 10 mbps downstream, which is not enough bandwidth for high-definition video. Only one-fifth (19 percent) of speed test participants connected at speeds greater than 10 mbps, with only 2 percent of those exceeding 25 mbps downstream.4 Speed makes all the difference on the Internet. Current generation broadband, usually a DSL or cable modem connection, typically delivers from 768 kbps to 6 mbps downstream and less than 1 mbps upstream. These rates provide enough capacity to send and receive e-mail, browse web sites, or watch a 10-minute You-Tube video. But these speeds are not enough to handle high-definition video streaming.



Why Speed Matters

U.S. Economic Growth Depends on High-Speed Internet. We need high-speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. Speed defines what is possible on the Internet. It determines whether we will have the 21st century networks we need to create the jobs of the future, develop our economy, and support innovations in telemedicine, education, public safety, energy conservation, and public services to improve our lives and communities. Most U.S. Internet connections today are not fast enough in both directions to permit interactive home-based medical monitoring, multi-media distance learning, or to send and receive data to run a home-based business. U.S. Trails Far Behind Other Countries. The United States has fallen to 15th behind other industrialized nations in the percent of the population subscribing to broadband. Countries like Canada, Britain, France, Germany, and Sweden have higher broadband subscription rates than we do.5 In addition, other countries, like Japan, South Korea, and Sweden, have much faster Internet connections than we do. People in Japan can upload a high-definition video in 12 minutes, compared to a grueling 2.5 hours at the U.S. average upload speed. Yet, people in Japan pay about the same as we do in the U.S. for their Internet connection.6



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Millions of Americans Don’t Have High-Speed Internet. All too many Americans encounter a significant digital divide. Families in rural areas are much less likely to subscribe to broadband. According to surveys, while 67 percent of urban households and suburban households subscribe to broadband, only 46 percent of rural households do. Similarly, whereas 88 percent of Americans who earn over $100,000 a year get broadband, only 35 percent of households that earn less than $20,000 subscribe. Only about one-half (54 percent) of middle-income families earning between $30,000 and $40,000 a year subscribe to broadband.7



mark legislation, Congress recognized that broadband is an essential infrastructure for global competitiveness, job creation, and improvements in education, health care, public safety, energy conservation, among other purposes. The stimulus funds are merely a down payment, and much more must be done. There are a number of bold but specific steps that the U.S. should take to recover our lost leadership and competitive position to ensure that all residents benefit from affordable, high-speed Internet access.

1. ESTABLISH A NATIONAL POLICY GOAL. A reasonable ini-



A National Broadband Plan to Achieve Universal, Affordable, High Speed Internet

The United States is the only industrialized nation without a national policy to promote high-speed broadband. Fortunately, this is about to change. In the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the economic stimulus bill), Congress instructed the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to develop a national broadband plan by February 2009. The FCC is hard at work on that plan. Congress also included $7.2 billion in the economic stimulus legislation for competitive grants to accelerate broadband deployment and adoption, including up to $350 million for state broadband mapping efforts. In this land-



tial goal would be to construct an infrastructure with enough capacity for 10 megabits per second (mbps) downstream and 1 mbps upstream by 2010. New benchmarks in succeeding years should expand the number of households capable of sending and receiving multiple channel high-definition video and reach the global standard of 100 mbps.

2. COLLECT ROBUST AND DETAILED BROADBAND DATA.



Good data is essential to craft good policy. To date we have been hampered by inadequate information about broadband deployment, adoption, speed, and prices. Fortunately, the situation is about to change. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has improved its broadband data collection program, federal funds are available to states to map their broadband infrastructure, and a congressionally-mandated national broadband map must be completed by spring 2011.

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3. DEVELOP STATE AND REGIONAL BROADBAND PLANNING COMMISSIONS OR TASK FORCES AND PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS TO STIMULATE HIGH-SPEED BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT AND ADOPTION. A number of states



have created broadband task forces, commissions, or authorities that bring together multiple public and private stakeholders to develop cost-effective state broadband plans. State and regional planning is essential to create an accurate assessment, conduct analyses of barriers to broader deployment and adoption, target public resources and create public-private partnerships to overcome these barriers, and share models of successful initiatives. Programs such as Connect Ohio and Connect Tennessee demonstrate that research-based planning, demand stimulation, and public-private partnerships increase deployment and adoption of broadband.8

4. REFORM UNIVERSAL SERVICE. Today, universal service



doctors to make virtual “house calls” and diagnose medical conditions at a distance. High-speed connections enable students to take courses hundreds of miles away, yet participate in class discussion, or complete job certification online. Better and faster data transmission permits fire, police, and emergency personnel to exchange real-time video and data. Federal, state, and local policy makers should integrate broadband infrastructure and applications into delivery of education, health, job training, public safety, and other public services.

7. NO CHILD OFFLINE. One-third of adults in the U.S. do not



subsidies support voice telephony. It is long past time to reform our universal service program to support affordable, high-speed Internet for all. The $7.2 billion stimulus funding provides an important laboratory to determine the most effective use of grants and low-interest loans to fund network deployment in high-cost rural areas and other underserved areas, and the extent to which we will need on-going operating subsidies to ensure affordability. The existing universal service Lifeline and Link-Up programs of subsidies to low-income families for telephone service should be expanded to include subsidy programs for Internet access and equipment, such as computers. The highly-successful E-Rate program of subsidies to schools, libraries, and rural health centers should continue and support the expanded bandwidth needs of these community institutions.

5. TAX INCENTIVES FOR FASTER SPEEDS. Upgrading today’s



use the Internet, and most of them do not own a personal computer. Surveys indicate that the biggest barriers to broadband adoption are lack of computer, high cost of equipment and broadband access, lack of knowledge about how to use the technology, and lack of interest in existing broadband applications.9 The federal broadband stimulus grants should provide important models to expand digital literacy, develop public-interest broadband applications and services, and provide affordable computers and broadband access equipment to low-income households.

8. PRESERVE AN OPEN INTERNET. We must protect free



speech on the Internet so that people can go where they want and download or upload what they want when they want on the Internet. There should be no unreasonable blocking of access to any websites, degradation of service, or censoring any lawful content on the Internet. The FCC should adjudicate on an expedited basis complaints alleging unreasonable discrimination by broadband or content providers, while recognizing the need for reasonable network management. Most important, building high-capacity networks will ensure that all Americans have fast, open access to all content on the Internet.

9. SAFEGUARD CONSUMERS AND WORKERS. Public policies



broadband to next-generation high-speed networks will require tens of billions of dollars of capital investment, largely from the private sector. Tax incentives lower the cost of capital, enabling the private sector to accelerate and expand investment in high-speed broadband technologies. This is how Japan and South Korea achieved world leadership in broadband, building nearly universal fiber-tothe-home networks capable of delivering 100 mbps.

6. USE BROADBAND TO ADDRESS OUR NATION’S CHALLENGES. Broadband-enabled smart grids and smart meters



should support the growth of good, career jobs as a key to providing quality service. Government should require public reporting of deployment, actual speed, price, and customer service benchmarks. It is long past time to restore U.S. leadership in high-speed Internet policy. The U.S. has a lot of ground to cover just to remain competitive with other economies that have already adopted policies that facilitate job growth, business advancement, and individual achievement through access to the latest information technologies. Policymakers must act now to ensure that every American gains access to the benefits of the information age.



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Speed Matters on the Internet

Speed Ranges Needed for Various Online Applications Upstream and Downstream Speed Range Upstream and Downstream Speed Range



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500 kbps – 1 mbps



Voice over Internet Protocol telephony Basic email Web browsing (simple sites) Streaming music Low quality video (highly compressed) Web browsing (complex sites) Email (larger size attachments) Remote surveillance IPTV-Standard Definition (SD) (1-3 channels) File sharing (small/medium) Digital broadcast video (1 channel) Streaming music



5 mbps – 10 mbps



1 mbps – 5 mbps



File sharing (large) IPTV-Standard Definition (multiple channels) Broadcast Standard Definition video Video streaming (2-3 channels) High Definition video downloading Medical file sharing (basic) Remote diagnosis (basic) Remote education Building control and management Telemedicine Educational services Broadcast video SD and some High Definition IPTV-High Definition High quality telepresence High Defintion surveillance Smart/intelligent building control



10 mbps – 100 mbps



Source: California Broadband Task Force, The State of Connectivity: Building Innovation Through Broadband, Jan. 2008 (available at www.calink.ca.gov/pdf/CBTF_FINAL_Report.pdf)



Endnotes

1 Between May 2008 and May 2009, 413,000 people in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands went to the speedmatters.org site to take an Internet speed test and measure how fast their computers can upload and download data. There are several statistical methodologies to calculate the center of a distribution of numbers. In this 2009 report, we calculate the mean or average Internet upload and download speeds (e.g. the sum of all speed tests divided by the number of test takers). In previous speedmatters.org reports (2007 and 2008), we calculated the median Internet upload and download speeds. The median represents the middle value of a set of numbers (e.g. half the numbers in a series are larger than the median and half are smaller). Since other commercial speed tests that provide international data report the mean (average), we have decided to use the mean (average) in this 2009 report. For comparison purposes, we have re-calculated the 2008 data to show the mean (average) speeds. The U.S. data is from speedmatters.org test results. The international data is from speedtest.net. There is a difference between actual and advertised Internet speeds. The speedmatters.org speed test and the international data collected by speedtest.net measure the actual speed of an Internet connection. The OECD data reports the average of advertised speeds offered by broadband providers in its 30 member countries. The OECD data is useful in showing the typical speed available to households. Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, OECD Broadband Statistics, Table 5a. (available at www.oecd.org/document/54/0,3343,en_2649_34225_38690102_1_1_1_1,00.html). See also Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, Explaining International Broadband Leadership, May 2008 (available at www.itif.org/files/ExplainingBBLeadership.pdf). Our results are consistent with other publicly available data. The Pew Internet and American Life Project reports that seven percent of Internet users have a dialup connection. See Pew Internet & American Life Project, “Home Broadband Adoption 2009” (available at www.pewinternet.org/~/media//Files/Reports/2009/ Home-Broadband-Adoption-2009.pdf). The FCC reports on the speed of broadband infrastructure based on data supplied by broadband providers. According to 2008 FCC data, six percent of wired broadband lines are capable of delivering data at speeds below 200 kbps; 26 percent of lines can deliver data at speeds between 200 kbps and 2.5 mbps; 60 percent of lines can deliver data at speeds between 2.5 mbps and 10 mbps; eight percent of lines can deliver data at speeds between 10 mbps and 25 mbps; and fewer than one percent of lines can deliver data at speeds that exceed 25 mbps downstream. CWA calculations based on FCC, “High Speed Services for Internet Access: Status as of June 30, 2008,” Table 5. 2009.



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Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. The OECD surveys are available at www.oecd.org/document/54/0,3343,en_2649_34225_38690102_1_1_1_1,00.html) The United States ranked 20th in broadband penetration among all countries, according to the International Telecommunications Union, World Telecommunications Database 2008 (available at www.itu.int/ITU-D/icteye/Reporting/ShowReportFrame.aspx?ReportName=/WTI/InformationTechnologyPublic&RP_ intYear=2008&RP_intLanguageID=1). Robert D. Atkinson, Daniel K. Correa, Julie K. Hedlund, Explaining International Broadband Leadership, Washington, D.C.: The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, May 2008 (available at http://www.itif.org/files/ExplainingBBLeadership.pdf); Derek S. Turner, “Broadband Reality Check”, Aug. 2006 (available at http://www.freepress.net/docs/bbrc2-final.pdf); CWA, “Speed Matters: Affordable, High Speed Internet for All, 2006 (available at http://files.cwaunion.org/speedmatters/SpeedMattersCWAPositionPaper.pdf). Pew Internet & American Life Project, “Home Broadband Adoption 2009.” (available at http://www.pewinternet.org/~/media//Files/Reports/2009/HomeBroadband-Adoption-2009.pdf). For more information on state initiatives, see Communications Workers of America and Alliance for Public Technology, “State Broadband Initiatives” available at http://www.speedmatters.org/content/statepolicy/. Pew Internet and American Life, “Reasons People Do Not Have Broadband at Home,” Jan. 2009 (available at /www.pewinternet.org/Infographics/Reasonspeople-do-not-have-home-broadband.aspx).



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Individual Speed Test Reports

State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut DC Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Page State 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virgin Islands Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Page 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60



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Alabama and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Alabama Quick Stats

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Alabama Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Alabama have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Alabama, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Alabama is 772 kbps.



Alabama Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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ALABAMA



Most Alabama Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Alabama 21% 56% 13% 9% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Alaska and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Alaska Quick Stats

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Alaska Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Alaska have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Alaska, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Alaska is 649 kbps.



Alaska Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 2.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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Most Alaska Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Alaska 45% 47% 4% 2% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Arizona and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Arizona Quick Stats

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Arizona Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Arizona have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Arizona, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Arizona is 1.4 mpbs.



Arizona Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.7 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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ARIZONA



Most Arizona Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Arizona 17% 49% 9% 24% 0%



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Arkansas and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Arkansas Quick Stats

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Arkansas Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Arkansas have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Arkansas, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Arkansas is 685 kbps.



Arkansas Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.1 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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ARKANSAS



Most Arkansas Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Arkansas 33% 52% 7% 6% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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California and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



California Quick Stats

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California Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in California have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in California, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in California is 1.3 mbps.



California Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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CALIFORNIA



Most California Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of California 14% 55% 10% 17% 3%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Colorado and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Colorado Quick Stats

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Colorado Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Colorado have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Colorado, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Colorado is 1.3 mbps.



Colorado Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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COLORADO



Most Colorado Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Colorado 16% 55% 11% 18% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Connecticut and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Connecticut Quick Stats

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Connecticut Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Connecticut have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Connecticut, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Connecticut is 1.4 mbps.



Connecticut Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 7.1 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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CONNECTICUT



Most Connecticut Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Connecticut 10% 55% 9% 24% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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District of Columbia and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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District of Columbia Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in District of Columbia have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in District of Columbia, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in District of Columbia is 2.4 mbps.



District of Columbia Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.9 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA



Most District of Columbia Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of District of Columbia 19% 52% 10% 13% 6%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Delaware and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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Over the last year, people who live in Delaware have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Delaware, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Delaware is 2.3 mbps.



Delaware Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 9.9 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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DELAWARE



Most Delaware Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Delaware 13% 30% 16% 37% 3%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Florida and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Florida Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Florida have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Florida, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Florida is 1.1 mbps.



Florida Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.8 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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FLORIDA



Most Florida Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Florida 12% 52% 19% 17% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Georgia and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Georgia Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Georgia have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Georgia, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Georgia is 1.2 mbps.



Georgia Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.5 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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GEORGIA



Most Georgia Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Georgia 14% 59% 8% 15% 4%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Hawaii and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Hawaii Quick Stats

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Hawaii Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Hawaii have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Hawaii, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Hawaii is 684 kbps.



Hawaii Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 HAWAII Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.0 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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Most Hawaii Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Hawaii 17% 72% 11% 0% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Idaho and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Idaho Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Idaho have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Idaho, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Idaho is 608 kbps.



Idaho Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 IDAHO Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 2.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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Most Idaho Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Idaho 25% 67% 6% 1% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Illinois and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Illinois Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Illinois have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Illinois, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Illinois is 1.6 mbps.



Illinois Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.4



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ILLINOIS



Most Illinois Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Illinois 18% 49% 13% 17% 3%

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Indiana and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Indiana Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Indiana have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Indiana, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Indiana is 1.2 mbps.



Indiana Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.7 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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INDIANA



Most Indiana Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Indiana 20% 49% 12% 17% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Iowa and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Iowa Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Iowa have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Iowa, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Iowa is 947 kbps.



Iowa Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 IOWA Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.5 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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Most Iowa Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Iowa 17% 55% 19% 8% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Kansas and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Kansas Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Kansas have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Kansas, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Kansas is 1.2 mbps.



Kansas Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 KANSAS Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.9 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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Most Kansas Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Kansas 16% 54% 16% 13% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Kentucky and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Kentucky Quick Stats

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Kentucky Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Kentucky have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Kentucky, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Kentucky is 698 kbps.



Kentucky Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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KENTUCKY



Most Kentucky Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Kentucky 19% 55% 14% 11% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Louisiana and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Louisiana Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Louisiana have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Louisiana, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Louisiana is 1.2 mbps.



Louisiana Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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LOUISIANA



Most Louisiana Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Louisiana 10% 46% 21% 22% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Maine and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Maine Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Maine have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Maine, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Maine is 581 kbps.



Maine Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 MAINE Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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Most Maine Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Maine 23% 56% 15% 6% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Maryland and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Maryland Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Maryland have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Maryland, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Maryland is 2.0 mbps.



Maryland Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 8.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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MARYLAND



Most Maryland Residents Have Slow Speed

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Massachusetts and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Massachusetts Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Massachusetts have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Massachusetts, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Massachusetts is 2.2 mbps.



Massachusetts Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 8.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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MASSACHUSETTS



Most Massachusetts Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Massachusetts 13% 42% 11% 32% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Michigan and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Michigan Quick Stats

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Michigan Speed Test Results

Over the last year, people who live in Michigan have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Michigan, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Michigan is 1.1 mbps.



Michigan Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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MICHIGAN



Most Michigan Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Michigan 19% 56% 10% 14% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Minnesota and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Minnesota Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Minnesota have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Minnesota, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Minnesota is 1.5 mbps.



Minnesota Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.4 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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MINNESOTA



Most Minnesota Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Minnesota 22% 52% 9% 15% 3%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Mississippi and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Mississippi Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Mississippi have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Mississippi, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Mississippi is 699 kbps.



Mississippi Internet Speed Test

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MISSISSIPPI



Most Mississippi Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Mississippi 21% 61% 10% 8% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Missouri and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Missouri is 781 kbps.



Missouri Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.9 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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MISSOURI



Most Missouri Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Missouri 19% 63% 10% 7% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Montana and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Montana Quick Stats

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The average upload speed in Montana is 522 kbps.



Montana Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 2.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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MONTANA



Most Montana Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Montana 39% 51% 7% 2% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Nebraska and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Nebraska Quick Stats

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The average upload speed in Nebraska is 963 kbps.



Nebraska Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.2 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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NEBRASKA



Most Nebraska Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Nebraska 18% 57% 15% 10% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Nevada and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Nevada Quick Stats

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The average upload speed in Nevada is 1.3 mbps.



Nevada Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 NEVADA Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.7 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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Most Nevada Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Nevada 21% 49% 9% 20% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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New Hampshire and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



New Hampshire Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in New Hampshire have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in New Hampshire, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in highspeed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in New Hampshire is 1.5 mbps.



New Hampshire Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 South Korea Japan Sweden Netherlands Germany United States Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 7.2 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



NEW HAMPSHIRE



Most New Hampshire Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of New Hampshire 18% 45% 10% 26% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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New Jersey and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



New Jersey Quick Stats

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The average upload speed in New Jersey is 2.1 mbps.



New Jersey Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 8.9 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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NEW JERSEY



Most New Jersey Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of New Jersey 18% 32% 12% 34% 3%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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New Mexico and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



New Mexico Quick Stats

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The average upload speed in New Mexico is 940 kbps.



New Mexico Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.8 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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NEW MEXICO



Most New Mexico Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of New Mexico 18% 57% 20% 5% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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New York and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



New York Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in New York have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in New York, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in New York is 1.8 mbps.



New York Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 8.4 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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NEW YORK



Most New York Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of New York 16% 36% 18% 28% 3%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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North Carolina and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



North Carolina Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in North Carolina have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in North Carolina, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in highspeed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in North Carolina is 667 kbps.



North Carolina Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.5 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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NORTH CAROLINA



Most North Carolina Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of North Carolina 15% 59% 19% 7% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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North Dakota and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



North Dakota Quick Stats

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The average upload speed in North Dakota is 750 kbps.



North Dakota Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.2 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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NORTH DAKOTA



Most North Dakota Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of North Dakota 18% 66% 10% 4% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Ohio and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Ohio Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Ohio have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Ohio, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Ohio is 736 kbps.



Ohio Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 OHIO Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.4 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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Most Ohio Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Ohio 21% 51% 16% 11% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Oklahoma and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Oklahoma Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Oklahoma have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Oklahoma, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Oklahoma is 1.0 mbps.



Oklahoma Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.8 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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OKLAHOMA



Most Oklahoma Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Oklahoma 19% 52% 11% 16% 3%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Oregon and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Oregon Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Oregon have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Oregon, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Oregon is 1.2 mbps.



Oregon Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.8 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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OREGON



Most Oregon Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Oregon 20% 56% 9% 15% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Pennsylvania and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Pennsylvania Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Pennsylvania have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Pennsylvania, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Pennsylvania is 1.4 mbps.



Pennsylvania Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.5 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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PENNSYLVANIA



Most Pennsylvania Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Pennsylvania 19% 47% 10% 22% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Puerto Rico and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Puerto Rico Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Puerto Rico have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Puerto Rico, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Puerto Rico is 383 kbps.



Puerto Rico Internet Speed Test

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PUERTO RICO



Most Puerto Rico Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Puerto Rico 52% 48% 0% 0% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Rhode Island and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Rhode Island Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Rhode Island have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Rhode Island, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Rhode Island is 2.4 mbps.



Rhode Island Internet Speed Test

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RHODE ISLAND



Most Rhode Island Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Rhode Island 7% 41% 9% 40% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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South Carolina and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



South Carolina Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in South Carolina have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in South Carolina, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in highspeed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in South Carolina is 689 kbps.



South Carolina Internet Speed Test

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SOUTH CAROLINA



Most South Carolina Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of South Carolina 22% 61% 11% 6% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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South Dakota and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in South Dakota is 950 kbps.



South Dakota Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.0 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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SOUTH DAKOTA



Most South Dakota Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of South Dakota 25% 39% 21% 14% 0%



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Tennessee and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Tennessee is 1.1 mbps.



Tennessee Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.8 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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TENNESSEE



Most Tennessee Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Tennessee 16% 53% 10% 19% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Texas and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Texas is 1.0 mbps.



Texas Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 TEXAS Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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Most Texas Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Texas 19% 55% 13% 11% 2%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Utah and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Utah is 1.1 mbps.



Utah Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 UTAH Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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Most Utah Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Utah 11% 71% 15% 3% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Vermont and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Vermont is 720 kbps.



Vermont Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 3.3 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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VERMONT



Most Vermont Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Vermont 47% 36% 7% 9% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Virgin Islands and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Virgin Islands is 593 kbps.



Virgin Islands Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 1.2 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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VIRGIN ISLANDS



Most Virgin Islands Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Virgin Islands 43% 55% 2% 0% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Virginia and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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Over the last year, people who live in Virginia have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Virginia, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Virginia is 1.9 mbps.



Virginia Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 7.9 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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VIRGINIA



Most Virginia Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Virginia 19% 41% 9% 26% 4%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Washington and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in Washington is 1.7 mbps.



Washington Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 6.2 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

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WASHINGTON



Most Washington Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Washington 14% 49% 12% 23% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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West Virginia and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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The average upload speed in West Virginia is 499 kbps.



West Virginia Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 4.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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WEST VIRGINIA



Most West Virginia Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of West Virginia 15% 45% 34% 6% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Wisconsin and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



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Over the last year, people who live in Wisconsin have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Wisconsin, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Wisconsin is 849 kbps.



Wisconsin Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 5.2 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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WISCONSIN



Most Wisconsin Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Wisconsin 18% 55% 13% 13% 1%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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Wyoming and United States Falling Behind

We need high speed Internet for our homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces. But most U.S. Internet connections are far too slow to send and receive large files for medical monitoring, to run a homebased business, or for multi-media distance learning. America is falling behind our industrialized peers at a time when we should be growing our competitiveness with the rest of the world. The United States is 15th behind other industrialized countries in high speed Internet adoption, and 28th in Internet speeds.



Wyoming Quick Stats

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Over the last year, people who live in Wyoming have gone to speedmatters.org to see the speed of their Internet connection. The results show that people who live in Wyoming, like those of the entire country, lag behind. The results also show that there is a digital divide in high-speed Internet connections.



The average upload speed in Wyoming is 650 kbps.



Wyoming Internet Speed Test

World Ranking 1 2 5 9 13 28 Average Download Speed (megabits per second) 20.4 15.8 12.8 11.0 8.3 5.1 2.6 Average download speed by zip code. There were no tests in unshaded areas.

U.S. data from speedmatters.org test results. International data from speedtest.net.



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WYOMING



Most Wyoming Residents Have Slow Speed

Download Speed Range Less than 768 kbps 768 kbps to 6 mbps 6 to 10 mbps 10 to 25 mbps Greater than 25 mbps % of Wyoming 32% 55% 12% 2% 0%



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The Federal Communications Commissions defines basic broadband as speeds greater than 768 kbps in one direction.



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2009

Number Average Average Download of Download Upload Speed Tests Speed (kbps) Speed (kbps) Ranking 413,814 3,434 1,361 6,154 2,473 39,924 5,543 3,686 1,769 639 18,804 8,125 1,303 1,960 10,493 5,804 3,059 2,722 4,180 3,224 5074 4641 2338 5670 3111 6637 5301 7119 6944 9906 5771 6490 2968 2570 6351 5692 4453 4912 4649 6259 1080 772 649 1387 685 1263 1307 1437 2434 2310 1138 1202 684 608 1577 1206 947 1228 698 1164 32 50 21 46 11 26 9 10 1 18 12 47 49 14 20 35 29 31 15



2008

Average Average Download Download Upload Speed Speed (kbps) Speed (kbps) Ranking 4226 3610 1937 3891 2803 4081 3915 5999 6797 8672 5078 5241 2598 2533 5231 4273 3126 3632 3503 4573 873 626 469 615 574 886 859 1143 1828 1454 950 820 548 609 942 935 915 725 708 697 32 51 27 45 22 26 9 5 2 13 11 48 49 12 21 43 31 37 17



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Number Average Average Download of Download Upload Speed Tests Speed (kbps) Speed (kbps) Ranking 1,700 6,375 6,467 10,460 5,510 1,349 6,532 1,138 1,326 2,870 2,426 7,319 1,685 21,507 9,131 500 14,848 3,444 7,417 12,886 2,743 960 3610 8255 8645 5343 5436 3678 3878 2322 4211 5659 7165 8863 3776 8425 4519 4225 4352 5751 4803 6457 1043 9788 581 1988 2163 1088 1486 699 781 522 963 1290 1460 2077 940 1760 667 750 736 1045 1222 1394 383 2381 42 6 4 24 23 41 39 51 38 22 8 3 40 5 34 37 36 19 30 13 53 2



2008

Average Average Download Download Upload Speed Speed (kbps) Speed (kbps) Ranking 3210 5833 6419 4042 3573 2730 2967 2424 3280 4497 4738 8397 3774 7078 3533 1729 3975 4451 5016 4485 1028 9264 658 1304 1631 875 1007 659 882 626 844 683 974 1881 821 1527 681 567 790 724 939 926 251 1711 42 10 7 23 34 46 44 50 41 18 16 3 29 4 35 56 25 20 15 19 52 1



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Number Average Average Download of Download Upload Speed Tests Speed (kbps) Speed (kbps) Ranking 3,731 640 4,933 20,153 2,884 1,631 47 16,167 8,182 5,427 6,010 593 3557 4953 5819 5302 3341 3318 1194 7914 6217 4636 5151 2598 689 950 1116 1043 1054 720 593 1942 1670 499 849 650 43 28 17 25 44 45 52 7 16 33 27 48



2008

Average Average Download Download Upload Speed Speed (kbps) Speed (kbps) Ranking 3589 3281 5039 4009 3795 3520 1047 6340 6531 3701 3408 2622 651 808 899 811 1124 798 390 1324 1095 597 690 654 33 40 14 24 28 36 53 8 6 30 38 47



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Speed Matters — High-Speed Internet for America

High Speed Internet is essential for economic growth and global competitiveness. The United States has fallen to 15th in high speed Internet penetration. High-tech innovation, job growth, telemedicine, distance learning, rural development, public safety, and e-government require truly high speed, universal networks. Governmental action — in partnership with the private sector — is essential to stimulate broadband investment and adoption. Other countries are far ahead of us. It is time for the United States to take action.



Principles for a National High Speed Internet Policy

Universality. Just as government policies helped bring affordable telephone service to everyone, our policies should ensure that every individual, family, business, and community has access to and can use high speed Internet at a price they can afford — regardless of their income or geographic location. High Speed. Speed matters on the Internet. U.S. policies should promote higher Internet speeds and higher capacity networks. The United States should adopt policies to get us to 10 megabits per second upstream and 1 megabit per second downstream by 2010. New benchmarks in succeeding years should expand the number of households capable of sending and receiving multiple channel high-definition video and reach the global standard of 100 mbps. Open Internet. We must protect free speech on the Internet so that people are able to go to the websites they want and download or upload what they want when they want on the Internet. There should be no degradation of service or censoring any lawful content on the Internet. At the same time, reasonable network management is necessary to preserve an effective and open Internet. Most important, building high-capacity networks will ensure that all Americans have fast, open access to all content on the Internet. Consumer Protections and Good Jobs. Public policies should include consumer and worker protections, should support the growth of good, career jobs, and require the public reporting of deployment, actual speed, price, and service.



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