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Internet providers in 36617
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36617 internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 7.774% |
Harbor Communications  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Wired | 100% |
| C Spire | - | - | Fiber-optic | 31% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?36617 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9849
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 100.00%
3 providers - 96.87%
4+ providers - 37.12%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 36617 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 36617 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 96% of those living in the 36617 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 36617 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 36617, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 36617
The largest internet providers serving the 36617 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 36617 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 36617 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 36617 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $39.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.54.
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 36617 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 95 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 36617 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 36617 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, $39.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 36617 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 95 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 36617 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 36617 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 Mobile, $39.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.54.
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 36617 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 36617 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 36617?
C Spire is the fastest internet provider in the 36617 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 31% of households in 36617. The next fastest internet provider in the 36617 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 7.774% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 36617?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 36617 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $39.99.
Is fiber internet available in 36617?
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 36617 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. C Spire also offers fiber internet in 36617 and is available to 31% of households.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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