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Internet providers in Gardendale, AL
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Gardendale, AL internet providers
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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?Gardendale internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Gardendale 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 Gardendale area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Gardendale residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Gardendale, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Gardendale area, and 97.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Gardendale's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Gardendale
The largest internet providers in Gardendale are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Gardendale.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Gardendale residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Gardendale’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Gardendale residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Gardendale covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Gardendale 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 Gardendale, $46.25.
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 Gardendale, $0.94.
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 Gardendale. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Gardendale's providers, 103 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Gardendale covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Gardendale residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Gardendale, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gardendale, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Gardendale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gardendale's providers, 103 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Gardendale covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Gardendale 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 Gardendale, $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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gardendale, $0.94.
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 Gardendale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Gardendale's providers, 103 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Gardendale?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Gardendale with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Gardendale. The next fastest internet provider in Gardendale is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 97% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Gardendale?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Gardendale with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gardendale, $46.25.
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.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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