Disparities in Technology and Broadband Internet Access Across Rurality

Janessa M. Graves, Demetrius A. Abshire, Solmaz Amiri, Jessica L. Mackelprang · 2021 · Family & Community Health

Summary. Rural school districts in Washington State have significantly lower technology and broadband access than urban districts. Only 80% of rural students had adequate internet-enabled devices for online learning, compared to 90% in urban areas. Rural youth face greater barriers including geographic isolation, affordability, and reliance on smartphones. These disparities limit access to telehealth and remote education in rural communities.

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Graves, J. M., Abshire, D. A., Amiri, S., & Mackelprang, J. L.. (2021). Disparities in Technology and Broadband Internet Access Across Rurality. Family & Community Health. https://doi.org/10.1097/fch.0000000000000306

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DOI: 10.1097/fch.0000000000000306
Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: broadband-and-digital, rural-healthcare, education
Added: 2026-04-28