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Internet providers in 35601
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?35601 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
13359
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.44%
3 providers - 61.76%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 35601 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 35601 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 63% of those living in the 35601 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 35601 area, and 99.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 35601, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 35601
The largest internet providers serving the 35601 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 35601 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 99% of the area. Decatur’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 35601 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 35601 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Decatur, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Decatur, $0.72.
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 35601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Decatur's providers, 303 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 35601 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 35601 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 Decatur, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Decatur, $0.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 35601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Decatur's providers, 303 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 35601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 35601 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Decatur, $46.25.
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 Decatur, $0.72.
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 35601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Decatur's providers, 303 Mbps.
Internet providers in 35601 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 35601?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 35601 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.397% of households in 35601. The next fastest internet provider in the 35601 ZIP code is WideOpenWest, offering download speeds up to 600 Mbps to 63% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 35601?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in the 35601 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Decatur, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in 35601?
WideOpenWest is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 35601 ZIP code, covering 63% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 35601 and is available to 0.397% of households.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra 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%.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
