Custer Telephone Cooperative is a small internet service provider in the United States, serving 1 state or territory: Idaho. Learn more about Custer's coverage and availability on this page.
Can I get Custer Telephone Cooperative internet in my area?
The easiest way to find out is to click the link below.
You may enter your zip code to check local availability or view the map below before contacting Custer.
Custer Telephone Cooperative Availability Map

Any Internet Availability
On the map you can see Custer's coverage area in the United States. Areas in green are most likely to have coverage, where some homes in yellow to red areas may not have coverage.
The table below shows coverage and average maximum speeds by state.
| State | Availaiblity | Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 0.49% | 880 Mbps |
How fast is Custer's internet?

Internet Download Speed
The map above shows average maximum speeds by area. Overall, Custer internet speeds are adequate for most homes.
Download speeds (the speed at which you receive files and streaming video) range from 10 to 1,000 Mbps. The average customer has access to plans with download speeds up to 880 Mbps. This puts Custer in the 58th percentile versus other ISPs for download speeds, meaning speeds are on par with the average provider in the US.
Upload speeds (the speed you can send files and video to others) range from a low of 1.0 Mbps to a high of 1,000 Mbps. The average is 635 Mbps, placing Custer in the 59th percentile for internet provider upload speeds, which is adequate for a modern household.
What broadband services does Custer Telephone Cooperative offer?
Across the country Custer offers fiber, cable, fixed wireless, and DSL internet service. The table below shows which types of service Custer offers and the average maximum speed for each service type. “Coverage” is the percent of Custer customers who can get that type of service.
Technology |
Coverage |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
Fiber |
59.58% |
994 Mbps |
Cable |
39.62% |
1,000 Mbps |
DSL |
11.40% |
23 Mbps |
Fixed Wireless |
29.14% |
25 Mbps |
Where is Custer Telephone Cooperative Fiber Available?

Fiber Internet Speed
The Custer fiber availability map shows where fiber has been made available to customers. If you can get fiber, it is usually the best option for most people due to fast speeds and low lag. Fiber is available within 59.58% of Custer's coverage footprint, and the average speed for fiber is 994 Mbps download and 994 Mbps upload.
Where is Custer Cable Available?

Cable Internet Speed
Cable service through a coaxial cable can be quite fast. It is usually slightly slower than fiber, and pricing can vary greatly depending on bundling and promotional deals. The Custer Telephone Cooperative cable availability map above shows coverage and speeds for cable only. 39.62% of Custer customers can choose Custer cable, and average download speeds are 1,000 Mbps with 150 Mbps for upload.
Where is Custer DSL Available?

DSL Internet Speed
DSL is delivered over the telephone line. Speeds are often slower than cable or fiber, but the service is often less expensive. The above Custer Telephone Cooperative DSL availability map shows where Custer customers can get DSL service and at what download speeds. The average speed of Custer DSL across the nation is 23 Mbps download and 2.7 Mbps for upload speed. 11.40% of Custer customers can choose DSL.
Where is Custer Fixed Wireless Available?

Fixed Wireless Internet Speed Key
Fixed wireless The Custer Fixed Wireless availability map shows where Fixed Wireless has been made available to customers. Fixed Wireless is available within 29.14% of Custer Telephone Cooperative's coverage footprint, and the average speed for Fixed Wireless is 25 Mbps down and 3.0 Mbps up.
Can I get Custer TV Service?
Probably. Most fiber optic and cable companies are able to offer some kind of TV service. In either case, you can also get Custer internet and satellite TV.
What cities and zips does Custer Telephone Cooperative serve?
With coverage in 15 cities and 9 zip codes, only the largest are listed below:
City |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon, ID | 95.15% | 894 Mbps |
| Challis, ID | 99.51% | 943 Mbps |
| Carmen, ID | 83.75% | 836 Mbps |
| Cobalt, ID | 84.28% | 1,000 Mbps |
| Clayton, ID | 94.56% | 602 Mbps |
| Ellis, ID | 87.29% | 675 Mbps |
| May, ID | 96.39% | 1,000 Mbps |
| Torreys, ID | 100.00% | 947 Mbps |
| North Fork, ID | 24.62% | 377 Mbps |
| Tendoy, ID | 44.33% | 433 Mbps |
| Patterson, ID | 86.17% | 1,000 Mbps |
| Sunbeam, ID | 95.65% | 24 Mbps |
| Stanley, ID | 3.31% | 25 Mbps |
| Mackay, ID | 0.82% | 1,000 Mbps |
| Lemhi, ID | 1.06% | 1,000 Mbps |
Zip |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
| 83467, ID | 94.39% | 889 Mbps |
| 83226, ID | 98.09% | 895 Mbps |
| 83462, ID | 84.06% | 760 Mbps |
| 83227, ID | 95.63% | 771 Mbps |
| 83253, ID | 84.00% | 1,000 Mbps |
| 83235, ID | 94.29% | 1,000 Mbps |
| 83278, ID | 12.62% | 24 Mbps |
| 83468, ID | 9.47% | 1,000 Mbps |
| 83251, ID | 0.56% | 1,000 Mbps |