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Internet providers in Fayette, AL
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Fayette, AL internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 88% |
| 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?Fayette internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in Fayette 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 Fayette area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Fayette residents. No cable or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Fayette, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are three internet providers serving the Fayette area. Among Fayette's three internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Fayette
The largest internet providers in Fayette are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Fayette.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Fayette residents, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Fayette’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Fayette residents.
CenturyLink 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Fayette covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Fayette 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $51.66.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fayette, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Fayette. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Fayette's providers, 46 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Fayette covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Fayette 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $51.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fayette, $3.23.
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 Fayette. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Fayette's providers, 46 Mbps.
Viasat 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Fayette covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Fayette 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $51.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fayette, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Fayette. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Fayette's providers, 46 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Fayette?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Fayette with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 88% of households in Fayette. The next fastest internet provider in Fayette is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Fayette?
CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in Fayette with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $51.66.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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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%.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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