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Unlimited High-Speed Rural Internet
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Mercury is Bringing Fast, Reliable Internet to Your Community
In the digital age of working from home, streaming, online gaming and smart devices, many rural areas don’t have access to the high-speed internet they need. Mercury is dedicated to bridging the digital divide by providing high-speed, unlimited rural internet services to homes and businesses across Michigan, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri and Ohio.
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Why Mercury is the Best Choice for Rural Internet
We supply high-speed internet access to communities often overlooked by other providers. Everyone deserves access to the best network connections and customer service, and our team is proud to provide the speed, support and security needed to keep your family connected.
Faster Speeds
Our speed plans are faster and more reliable than a mobile hotspot. Pick the best speed tier for your needs and lifestyle.
No Data Caps
Our high-speed internet is truly unlimited, so your connection is never interrupted.
Local Support
Our hometown team is dedicated to keeping you connected and satisfied with swift, friendly service.
Affordable Plans
To make high-speed internet more accessible, our competitive pricing ensures you get the best value for your money.
Advanced Security
Every plan includes built-in cybersecurity features so you can rest easy, knowing your family and their data are protected online.
Understanding Rural Internet Options
We understand the frustration of having few internet options to choose from. Fortunately, services like fixed wireless and fiber are expanding to rural areas, allowing you to enjoy faster speeds and more reliable service compared to the traditional DSL, satellite and mobile hotspots of yesterday.
Radio waves from nearby towers connect your home to the internet. While weather and other obstructions like trees and hills can sometimes reduce speeds, its extended coverage provides faster, more reliable connections to areas away from larger cities.
Fiber optic cables transmit data faster than copper wires used for traditional cable internet. However, the infrastructure for a fiber network is costly to build, which can limit availability in very rural areas.
Satellites in space transmit signals to a dish connected to your home. While available virtually everywhere, the distance between the satellite and the dish can cause slower speeds and longer lag times.
If broadband isn’t available, using a mobile hotspot from your cellular carrier can be a viable last resort to internet access, often used as a temporary solution. However, using a hotspot requires a strong mobile network connection, and you may be limited by your data plan.
How to Choose the Best
Rural Internet Option
Fixed wireless is best suited for daily activities like video and music streaming, shopping, checking email and video calls. For larger households with smart home devices and home offices, or if you’re a multiplayer gamer and streaming buff, fiber internet can provide the bandwidth you need. Fiber isn’t available everywhere just yet, but we’re rapidly expanding our network to more small towns and rural communities.
Consider these factors as you select the best internet option for you:
Location
Availability of services in your area is the first consideration. Check what’s available with Mercury’s service finder.
Usage Needs
Determine how much speed you need based on your household or business online activities.
Budget
Shop around for plans that would fit your monthly budget. Mercury offers plans to suit various budgets, ensuring you get the best value.
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Mercury Is Improving Connectivity
in Small Towns
As your hometown team, we’re constantly investing in new and existing infrastructure to better serve the communities we live and work in. You’ll receive our fastest technology and hardware for greater network capabilities, better coverage and the latest security features to keep your family safe.
Expanding Coverage
We’re continuously expanding our network to reach more rural areas, ensuring no community is left behind.
Advanced Technology
We utilize cutting-edge technology, including Wi-Fi 6 and industrial-strength routers, to deliver superior connectivity.
Community Initiatives
We know that local knowledge helps us provide the best service, so we hire locally and invest in the communities we serve.
See Our Impact in Communities
Across the Midwest
Mercury Service Areas
We’re committed to extending high-speed rural internet access to underserved communities across the Midwest. Here are the states we’re proud to serve.
Indiana
Kansas
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
More locations coming soon!
We are rapidly expanding our fiber network. Check back for more availability soon.
Common Questions About Rural Internet
While satellite and mobile hotspots are widely available in these areas, they’re not as fast or reliable as fixed wireless or fiber. For more details, read our blog on the best internet options for rural areas.
Depending on the location, people in rural areas and small towns typically get internet through wireless, satellite, mobile hotspots and sometimes fiber-optic connections. See what services are available in your area and get notified when fiber or wireless is in your neighborhood.
Limited infrastructure and low population density make it less profitable for major providers to service these areas. Mercury is committed to providing critical internet service to the smaller communities that other providers often overlook.
When shopping for a new internet provider, look for plans that offer no data caps, such as fixed wireless or fiber. Mercury provides unlimited data plans specifically designed for rural customers.