Fixed Wireless Internet in the US
Fixed wireless internet uses a directional antenna mounted on or near your home to receive a high-frequency wireless signal from a nearby tower. WISPs offer it in many rural areas.
Best for
Rural and exurban homes within line-of-sight of a wireless ISP tower; underserved suburbs.
Major fixed wireless providers
Fixed Wireless Internet by city
- fixed wireless in New York
- fixed wireless in Los Angeles
- fixed wireless in Chicago
- fixed wireless in Houston
- fixed wireless in Phoenix
- fixed wireless in Philadelphia
- fixed wireless in San Antonio
- fixed wireless in San Diego
- fixed wireless in Dallas
- fixed wireless in Austin
- fixed wireless in Jacksonville
- fixed wireless in San Jose
Fixed Wireless Internet FAQ
How is fixed wireless different from 5G home internet?
5G home internet runs on the major mobile carriers' nationwide 5G networks. Fixed wireless from a regional WISP typically uses licensed or unlicensed millimeter-wave or sub-6 GHz spectrum and requires a professional install.
Is fixed wireless reliable?
Modern licensed-band fixed wireless is very reliable. Unlicensed (5 GHz/60 GHz) systems can be affected by trees, weather, and interference, but quality WISPs engineer around those issues.
Where can I get fixed wireless internet?
Search your address with BetterWifi to see if a regional WISP serves your home — there are hundreds of US WISPs of varying size.