| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 60% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 25% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 9.620% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 93% |
New Hope Telephone Cooperative  | $78.50 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.750% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.57%
3 providers - 79.03%
4+ providers - 8.65%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 35803 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 35803 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 69% of those living in the 35803 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 35803 area, and 98.57% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 35803, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 272 Mbps | 188 Mbps | DSL |
| New Hope Telephone Cooperative | 248 Mbps | 171 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 149 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Huntsville.
The largest internet providers serving the 35803 ZIP code are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 35803 ZIP code, covering 60% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 25% of the area. Huntsville’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 35803 ZIP code.
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 35803 ZIP code, covering 60% 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Huntsville, $49.78.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huntsville, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 35803 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 60% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Huntsville's providers, 615 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 35803 ZIP code, covering 25% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 35803 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Huntsville, $49.78.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huntsville, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 35803 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 25% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Huntsville's providers, 615 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 35803 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 35803 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 Huntsville, $49.78.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huntsville, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 35803 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Huntsville's providers, 615 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 35803 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 35803 and the greater Huntsville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Huntsville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Huntsville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 35803 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 35803 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 60% of households in 35803. The next fastest internet provider in the 35803 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 25% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 35803 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Huntsville, $49.78.
WOW! is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 35803 ZIP code, covering 93% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 35803 and is available to 25% of households.
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.
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.
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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