Compare 35555 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Fayette – 37 Mbps
AL – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Fayette – 7 Mbps
AL – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fayette.
Internet providers in 35555
Find internet providers serving the 35555 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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35555 internet providers
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 1.930% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 77% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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Broadband availability
5986
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 86.38%
2 providers - 1.62%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 73%, broadband coverage in the 35555 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of Alabama - 94%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 35555 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 61% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 20% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Fayette, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the 35555 area, and 1.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 35555, prices start at $50 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Fayette
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 22 Mbps | 9 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 0 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fayette.
Top high-speed internet providers in 35555
The largest internet providers serving the 35555 ZIP code are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 35555 ZIP code, covering 77% 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 residents in the 35555 ZIP code.
CenturyLink 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 35555 ZIP code, covering 77% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $59.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fayette, $3.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 35555 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fayette's providers, 46 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 35555 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 35555 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 Fayette, $59.99.
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 Fayette, $3.75.
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 35555 ZIP code. 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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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 35555 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 35555 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $59.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fayette, $3.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 35555 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fayette's providers, 46 Mbps.
Internet providers in 35555 frequently asked questions
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 35555 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 77% of households in 35555. The next fastest internet provider in the 35555 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in the 35555 ZIP with service starting at $50/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Fayette, $59.99.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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