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Internet providers in Foley, AL
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Foley, AL internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 9.509% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 65% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Wired | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Wireless | 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?Foley internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Foley 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 Foley area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of Foley residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 65% of those living in Foley.
There are five internet providers serving the Foley area, and 97.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Foley's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Foley
The largest internet providers in Foley are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Foley.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Foley residents, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 65% of the area. Foley’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Foley 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 Foley covering 90% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Foley 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Foley, $46.25.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Foley, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Foley. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Foley's providers, 113 Mbps.
Mediacom 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 Mediacom offers broadband to most households in Foley covering 65% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Foley residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Foley, $46.25.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Foley, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Foley. These download speeds are available to 65% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Foley's providers, 113 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Foley covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Foley 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 Foley, $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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Foley, $1.54.
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 Foley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Foley's providers, 113 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Foley?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Foley with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 65% of households in Foley. The next fastest internet provider in Foley is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 90% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Foley?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Foley with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Foley, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Foley?
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Foley, covering 100% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in Foley and is available to 9.509% of households.
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.
How do I get faster internet?
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.
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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