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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?35905 internet service at a glance
At 97%, broadband coverage in the 35905 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 35905 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 85% 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 six internet providers serving the 35905 area, and 86.25% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 35905, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 35905
The largest internet providers serving the 35905 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 35905 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 89% of the area. Gadsden’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 35905 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 35905 ZIP code, covering 82% 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, $40.83.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gadsden, $1.07.
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 35905 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Gadsden's providers, 400 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 35905 ZIP code, covering 89% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 35905 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, $40.83.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gadsden, $1.07.
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 35905 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gadsden's providers, 400 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 35905 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 35905 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, $40.83.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gadsden, $1.07.
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 35905 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, 400 Mbps.
Internet providers in 35905 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 35905?
Sparklight is the fastest internet provider in the 35905 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 9.462% of households in 35905. The next fastest internet provider in the 35905 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 89% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 35905?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 35905 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gadsden, $40.83.
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.
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