Version 3 of the FCC broadband map has been released publicly. The map is based on data filed by providers reflecting broadband availability as of June 30.
According to FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel, the number of locations lacking high-speed broadband nationwide dropped to 7.2 million from 8.3 million in version 2, which was based on December 31, 2022 data. That’s a drop of more than 13% over the six-month period.
“Providers are connecting more locations to high-speed internet services thanks to the commission’s Rural Digital Opportunity Fund and Connect America Fund, in addition to other federal, state and privately funded program and projects,” said Rosenworcel in a blog post.
The new map also reflects the results of 4.8 million challenges to provider-reported data and over 1.5 million accepted location challenges, Rosenworcel said.
Here’s a look at Minnesota’s access to a wired connection with at least 25 Mbps down and 3 up (25/3) connection. (The darker the blue, the better the coverage.)
