Highest Priced Broadband Rates Found in Estonia Among Baltic States
Want to cut your broadband costs? Let's dive into a breakdown of some intriguing broadband price trends worldwide, focusing on the Baltic states and beyond!
Broadband Pricing Across the Baltics
According to cable.co.uk, Estonia takes the lead as the most expensive Baltic state for broadband, with an average monthly cost of $31.21 (€28.80). Conversely, Latvia offers the cheapest broadband, ringing in at just $16.59 per month. Lithuania isn't far behind with a monthly price of $16.94.
Globally, Estonia ranks 71st in terms of cheapest internet, while Latvia comes in at 30th and Lithuania at 31st [Cable.co.uk Analysis, 2023].
Nordic Countries' Broadband Costs
Moving towards the Nordic countries, you'll find monthly broadband costs significantly higher. Finland, for instance, costs $38.15 (93rd cheapest in the world), followed by Sweden with $34.05 (83), Denmark at $38.19 (94), and Norway at a hefty $80.18 (176th cheapest in the world).
Affordable Broadband in Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe offers a more wallet-friendly alternative, with two countries - Ukraine and Romania - making the top ten for the cheapest broadband costs. Monthly internet costs an average of $7.35 in Ukraine and $8.60 in Romania.
In Eastern Europe, Bulgaria, Montenegro, and Croatia, too, offer cheaper internet than Estonia.
Western Europe Broadband Costs
The 29 countries measured in Western Europe range from middle to bottom of the table, with none in the top 50 and two in the bottom 50. The regional average broadband price was $50.01.
The cheapest country in the region was Malta at $27.01, followed by Italy at $30.97 and Spain at $31.99. The most expensive was the Faroe Islands at $83.86, followed by Norway at $80.18 and Iceland at $76.24.
The Biggest Bills for Broadband
It's important to note that Solomon Islands sits atop as the world's most expensive country to get a broadband package, with an average package price of $457.84 per month.
Opting for a Cost-Effective Broadband Plan in the Baltics
Looking for a more cost-effective broadband plan in the Baltics? Consider your options in Ukraine, Romania, or even Bulgaria, Montenegro, or Croatia, which may offer better deals. Keep an eye on competition among service providers to score some savings!
[1] Vilnius Cost of Living | Numbeo[2] Broadband in the Czech Republic: A Comprehensive Guide | BroadbandDeals[3] Internet Accessibility in Latvia | Latvian Institute of Information & Communications Technology[4] Cost of Living in Estonia | Numbeo[5] Connecting the Unconnectable: Solutions for Rural Connectivity | Starlink[Cable.co.uk Analysis, 2023] Cable.co.uk's Annual Broadband/Mobile Studies (Publicly Available)
- Estonia, despite being the most expensive Baltic state for broadband, still ranks relatively lower in global terms, coming in at 71st for cheapest internet.
- In contrast, Latvia, the cheapest Baltic state for broadband, ranks higher globally, sitting at 30th for the cheapest internet.
- The technology industry in Estonia faces higher broadband costs compared to some Eastern European countries, such as Ukraine and Romania, which offer more affordable broadband.
- The average monthly cost of broadband in Western Europe is higher than in the Baltics, with the regional average cost being $50.01.
- If you're looking for a more cost-effective broadband plan in the Baltics, exploring options in Ukraine, Romania, or even Bulgaria, Montenegro, or Croatia, may provide better deals in terms of finance.
