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Internet providers in 35904
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35904 internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 56% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
BendBroadband  | - | 100 - 5 Mbps | DSL | 1.279% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Weiss Internet | $55.00 | 3 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 20% |
| KilliansElectronics | $49.99 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 7.136% |
*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?35904 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8274
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 75.27%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 35904 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 35904 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 75% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Gadsden, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 35904 area, and 75.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 35904, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 35904
The largest internet providers serving the 35904 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 35904 ZIP code, covering 56% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Gadsden’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 35904 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 about half of households in the 35904 ZIP code, covering 56% 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 Gadsden, $45.83.
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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gadsden, $3.53.
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 35904 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Gadsden's providers, 196 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 35904 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 35904 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Gadsden, $45.83.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gadsden, $3.53.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 35904 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gadsden's providers, 196 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 35904 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 35904 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 Gadsden, $45.83.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gadsden, $3.53.
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 35904 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Gadsden's providers, 196 Mbps.
Internet providers in 35904 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 35904?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 35904 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 35904. The next fastest internet provider in the 35904 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 56% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 35904?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 35904 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gadsden, $45.83.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
How do I change internet providers?
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.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
