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Internet providers in Clay, AL
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Clay, AL internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 7.261% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Clay internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Clay 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 Clay area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Clay residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Clay, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Clay area, and 98.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Clay's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Clay
The largest internet providers in Clay are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Clay.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Clay residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 99% of the area. Clay’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Clay residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Clay covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Clay 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Clay, $46.00.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clay, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Clay. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Clay's providers, 87 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Clay covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Clay residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Clay, $46.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clay, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Clay. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clay's providers, 87 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Clay covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Clay 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Clay, $46.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clay, $1.10.
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 Clay. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Clay's providers, 87 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Clay?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Clay with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Clay. The next fastest internet provider in Clay is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 93% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Clay?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Clay with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Clay, $46.00.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
How much should I pay for internet?
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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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