Compare 35016 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Arab – 116 Mbps
AL – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Arab – 90 Mbps
AL – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Arab.
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*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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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Broadband availability
10612
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.85%
2 providers - 73.44%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 35016 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Alabama - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 35016 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 83% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 79% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 74% of those living in the 35016 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 35016 area, and 73.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 35016, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Arab
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Spectrum | 105 Mbps | 11 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Arab.
Top high-speed internet providers in 35016
The largest internet providers serving the 35016 ZIP code are Spectrum and Otelco bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 35016 ZIP code, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Otelco, which covers 77% of the area. Arab’s third most-available internet provider, Otelco, offers fiber-optic to around 15% of residents in the 35016 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 35016 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 35016 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Arab, $61.23.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arab, $0.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 35016 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arab's providers, 62 Mbps.
Otelco DSL internet
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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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Otelco offers broadband to most households in the 35016 ZIP code, covering 77% of the area.
DSL internet from Otelco 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 Otelco start at $59.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Arab, $61.23.
Otelco customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 150 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arab, $0.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Otelco offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 35016 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Arab's providers, 62 Mbps.
Otelco fiber-optic internet
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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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Fiber-optic from Otelco offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 35016 ZIP code, covering 15% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Otelco is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 35016 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Otelco start at $59.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Arab, $61.23.
Otelco customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 150 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arab, $0.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Otelco offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in 35016 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Arab's providers, 62 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 35016 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 35016 and the greater Arab area. HughesNet starting prices are about average in Arab at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Arab at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 35016 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 35016 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 35016 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 81% of households in 35016. The next fastest internet provider in the 35016 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 35016 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Arab, $61.23.
Otelco is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 35016 ZIP code, covering 15% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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