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ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS  | $79.99 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Intelsat General Communications | - | - | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Matanuska Telephone Association | $59.99 | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
2 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 0%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 99775 ZIP code is slightly higher than the rest of Alaska - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 99775 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 Fairbanks, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the 99775 area. Among four internet providers in 99775, prices start at $64.99 and available download speeds reach up to 50 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 99775 ZIP code are ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS and HughesNet bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS is available to nearly all Fairbanks residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area.
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS offers broadband to all households in the 99775 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS 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 ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS start at $79.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Fairbanks, $68.32.
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $8.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fairbanks, $3.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 99775 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Fairbanks's providers, 6 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 99775 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 99775 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fairbanks, $68.32.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fairbanks, $3.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.2 Mbps in 99775 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Fairbanks's providers, 6 Mbps.
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS is the fastest internet provider in the 99775 ZIP code with download speeds up to 50 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 99775. The next fastest internet provider in the 99775 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Matanuska Telephone Association offers the cheapest internet in the 99775 ZIP with service starting at $59.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Fairbanks, $68.32.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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%.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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