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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 95% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
King Street Wireless 
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- | - | Wireless | 9.300% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 95.01%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 25315 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of West Virginia - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 25315 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Charleston, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the 25315 area, and 95.01% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 25315, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 25315 ZIP code are Frontier, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 25315 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Charleston’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 25315 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 25315 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Charleston, $54.99.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in the 25315 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 25315 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Charleston, $54.99.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Charleston, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in 25315 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Charleston's providers, 62 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 25315 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 25315 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Charleston, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Charleston, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 25315 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Charleston's providers, 62 Mbps.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in the 25315 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 25315. The next fastest internet provider in the 25315 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in the 25315 ZIP with service starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Charleston, $54.99.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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