Rural Broadband Coverage Has Many Solutions and Shortfalls
Summary. Rural broadband subscriptions jumped from 58% in 2018 to 71% by 2025, driven by nearly $47 billion in federal investment following the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite progress, challenges persist: inaccurate mapping slows expansion, some rural residents remain disconnected despite proximity to fiber lines, and adoption varies widely across regions. Multiple technologies—fiber, line-of-sight towers, satellite, and cellular—are filling gaps unevenly.
Details
- Countries
- United States
- Regions
- North America
- Categories
- broadband-and-digital, policy, funding
- Added
- 2026-04-28