Internet providers in Makawao, Hawaii 96768
ZIP code 96768 is in Makawao, Maui County, Hawaii. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Makawao 96768: local snapshot
About 90% of the 6,543 households in 96768 have a broadband subscription, 1 points below the Hawaii average of 91%. That ranks 96768#52 of 85 ZIP codes in Hawaii for broadband adoption.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Makawao, Hawaii
Share of residential locations in Makawao where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spectrum | Fiber, Cable | 97% | |
| 2 | altafiber | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 92% | |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 73% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Makawao?
Fiber is widely available: about 91% of locations in Makawao can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 98% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 71% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Makawao that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Makawao 96768
Spectrum reports service to the most residential locations in Makawao, about 97%. 3 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Spectrum, altafiber, and T-Mobile Home Internet), so the market looks competitive. T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
The median age of residents is 44.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Makawao?
Yes, in part. About 91% of residential locations in Makawao can get fiber, 97% can get cable, and about 98% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Makawao?
Spectrum reports service to about 97% of residential locations in Makawao, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Makawao?
3 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Makawao, and 3 cover at least half. Satellite (Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Makawao 96768?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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