Compare 36610 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Mobile – 125 Mbps
AL – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Mobile – 59 Mbps
AL – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Mobile.
Internet providers in 36610
Internet providers in your area
36610 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.510% |
Harbor Communications  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Wired | 100% |
| C Spire | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.490% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Wireless | 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.
Need help?36610 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8239
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.84%
3 providers - 99.64%
4+ providers - 5.00%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 36610 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 36610 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 28% of those living in the 36610 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 36610 area, and 99.84% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 36610, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Mobile
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 29 Mbps | 10 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 190 Mbps | 79 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Mobile.
Top high-speed internet providers in 36610
The largest internet providers serving the 36610 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 nearly all in the 36610 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Mobile’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 36610 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 all households in the 36610 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Mobile, $47.99.
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 Mobile, $1.23.
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 36610 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 95 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 36610 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 36610 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 Mobile, $47.99.
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 Mobile, $1.23.
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 36610 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 95 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 36610 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 36610 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $47.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.23.
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 36610 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 95 Mbps.
Internet providers in 36610 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 36610 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 36610. The next fastest internet provider in the 36610 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 36610 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $47.99.
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 36610 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. C Spire also offers fiber internet in 36610 and is available to 2.490% of households.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
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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