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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 97% |
Opelika Power Services  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 7.442% |
| 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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.70%
2 providers - 98.41%
3 providers - 88.84%
4+ providers - 11.96%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Opelika 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 Opelika area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Opelika residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 80% of those living in Opelika.
There are six internet providers serving the Opelika area, and 98.41% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Opelika's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 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 | 208.0 Mbps | 145.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 148.0 Mbps | 16.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 15.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| HughesNet | 26.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Opelika.
The largest internet providers in Opelika are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Opelika.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Opelika residents, covering 85% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 11% of the area. Opelika’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 97% of Opelika 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Opelika covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Opelika 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Opelika, $53.99.
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 Opelika, $0.36.
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 Opelika. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Opelika's providers, 562 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Opelika covering 11% 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 Opelika than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Opelika, $53.99.
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 Opelika, $0.36.
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 Opelika. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Opelika's providers, 562 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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Opelika covering 97% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Opelika residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Opelika, $53.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Opelika, $0.36.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Opelika. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Opelika's providers, 562 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Opelika, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Opelika, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Opelika and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Opelika at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Opelika at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Opelika residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Opelika with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 85% of households in Opelika. The next fastest internet provider in Opelika is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 11% of the area.
WOW! offers the cheapest internet in Opelika with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Opelika, $53.99.
Opelika Power Services is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Opelika, covering 99% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Opelika and is available to 11% of households.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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