In McGrath there are 3 residential internet providers covering 96.07% of the city. The average home can get speeds up to 10 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.
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3 Internet Service Providers in McGrath
Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .
To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in McGrath are not shown.
McGrath Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.
Viasat Satellite Internet
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Internet service is available in 96.07% of McGrath. Using our interactive availability map, you can compare service areas for different providers, we include fiber, cable, DSL, or fixed wireless internet service for all providers who offer it. You will notice that some providers might be listed multiple times for each service. If you find no providers cover the location you're looking at, you can opt for satellite service. The most widely available provider is United Utilities. Now you can call companies in McGrath with more confidence that they might be available.
How fast are internet speeds in McGrath?
The map below shows maximum internet speeds by area in McGrath.
Internet Speed Key
The average McGrath home can get up to 10 Mbps on their internet plan. For most people, the fastest download speed in the city is 10 Mbps, which 96.07% of residents can get.
What type of internet should I choose in McGrath?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in McGrath you live. If speed is your main concern, DSL will be the fastest internet in the city.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for less than 1% of McGrath homes.
- Cable is fastest for less than 1% of the city.
- DSL is fastest for 96.07%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for less than 1%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for 3.93% of McGrath homes.
Internet Market Health in McGrath
Internet Competition Key
The map shows how competitive the McGrath internet service market is. Areas in green have more alternatives, areas in yellow have a few choices, and areas in red may have only one provider. More competition usually means faster speeds and better prices for you, the customer.
Below are quick facts on internet competition and market health in McGrath based on what connections the average home has availabile:
- Average number of internet service providers to a home: 1.0 (very unhealthy)
- Average types of service (fiber, cable, DSL, etc): 1.0 (very unhealthy)
- Average providers with broadband (25 Mbps+) speeds: 0.0 (very unhealthy)
Overall, competition is very unhealthy.
McGrath internet customers have the ability to buy internet service from 1 provider, depending on where they live. For different types of service, McGrath homes have 1 option. The type(s) of service available are dsl, though these may vary depending on the region within the city.
When it comes to broadband download speeds faster than 25 Mbps, the situation is worse. McGrath internet customers who want faster speeds have 0 choices of companies offering speeds up to or over 25 Mbps.
More internet companies with faster speeds means fewer monopolies and better prices for customers. In promoting a free market for internet, McGrath badly needs improvement.
TV & Internet Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in McGrath, along with details on where in McGrath and at what speeds.
United Utilities DSL in McGrath, AK
United Utilities DSL coverage
About 96.07%, or 293 people, have United Utilities DSL internet available to them in the city. The company covers the entire McGrath area. United Utilities is an average-sized internet service provider internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of McGrath.
United Utilities DSL download speeds
United Utilities is the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in McGrath. Versus other DSL providers in the area, United Utilities DSL is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout McGrath. The fastest plan anyone in McGrath can order from United Utilities goes up to 10 Mbps, and all McGrath customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
United Utilities DSL upload speeds
In McGrath download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for United Utilities DSL. Compared to other ISPs, United Utilities is the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other McGrath DSL providers. United Utilities offers no different upload speeds across the city. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in McGrath is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1.0 Mbps
McGrath Internet by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to McGrath or any of the areas nearby.
How does internet in McGrath compare to the rest of Alaska?
Internet speeds in McGrath are slower versus the average speeds in Alaska: 2,059 Mbps in Alaska versus 10 Mbps in the city. The state has similar internet availability compared to the city. Average internet coverage in Alaska is 94.55% versus 96.07% in McGrath.
What zip codes have widespread internet?
Internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around McGrath are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does internet service look like in other cities?
Below are cities nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Cities
- Ganes Creek, AK: less internet coverage, similar speeds
- Medfra, AK: less internet coverage, similar speeds
- Lake Minchumina, AK: less internet coverage, similar speeds
- Shageluk, AK: more internet coverage, similar speeds
- Grayling, AK: more internet coverage, similar speeds
- Holy Cross, AK: more internet coverage, similar speeds
- Anvik, AK: more internet coverage, similar speeds
- Trapper Creek, AK: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Takotna, AK: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Unalakleet, AK: less internet coverage, similar speeds
Cities with Similar Populations
- Quakake, PA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Pisgah, WV: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Pitcher, NY: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Pitzer, IA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Plain, WA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Platt, FL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Plumsteadville, PA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Pocahontas, MO: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Poindexter, KY: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Pomona, MI: less internet coverage, faster speeds