| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 92% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.613% |
| 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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.44%
2 providers - 89.77%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in Headland 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 Headland area will have access to cable, which covers 93% of Headland residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 79% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.860% of those living in Headland.
There are four internet providers serving the Headland area, and 89.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Headland's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 151.0 Mbps | 11.0 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 27.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 11.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Headland.
The largest internet providers in Headland are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Headland.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Headland residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 91% of the area. Headland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Headland residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Headland covering 92% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Headland 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 Headland, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Headland, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Headland. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Headland's providers, 97 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Headland covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Headland 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Headland, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Headland, $1.99.
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 Headland. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Headland's providers, 97 Mbps.
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Headland covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Headland 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Headland, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Headland, $1.99.
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 Headland. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Headland's providers, 97 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Headland with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in Headland. The next fastest internet provider in Headland is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 91% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Headland with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Headland, $53.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Headland, covering 0.613% of the city.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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