The maps below can help planners define and refine broadband expansion strategies based on potential business demand, population density, and existing unserved road corridors. For example, locations with significant unserved business demand can be good targets for economic development grants, while areas with a high concentration of unserved roads and low number of households may require more subsidy than more densely populated locations.
The budget is based on a fiber-to-the-home network with enough capacity to meet demand for the next 40 years. Expected investments and grant amounts will vary based on the area to be served, the population density, and the presence or absence of other services.
12,990 households passed
13.9 households per fiber mile
84.8 MILLION
Total County Cost
$1,720
per household
22.3 MILLION
Projected Internet Provider Investment
$4,812
gap per household
=932 miles of fiber
62.5 MILLION
FUNDING GAP
Awards for broadband infrastructure have been announced from federal, state, and private agencies. The maps below illustrate areas within the county that have been awarded funds. *awards are tentative, due to the vetting and certification process of some agencies which could result in some projects not reaching completion or funding reductions.