Compare Pelham internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Pelham – 144 Mbps
AL – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Pelham – 9 Mbps
AL – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pelham.
*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.
**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 - 99.93%
2 providers - 97.19%
3 providers - 0.02%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Pelham 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 Pelham area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Pelham residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 26% of those living in Pelham.
There are four internet providers serving the Pelham area, and 97.19% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Pelham's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 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 | 59 Mbps | 41 Mbps | DSL |
Spectrum | 153 Mbps | 7 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pelham.
The largest internet providers in Pelham are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Pelham.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Pelham residents, covering 92% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 19% of the area. Pelham’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 99% of Pelham 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Pelham covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Pelham 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 Pelham, $59.99.
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 Pelham, $0.67.
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 Pelham. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pelham's providers, 353 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 a limited number of households in Pelham covering 19% 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 Pelham 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 Pelham, $59.99.
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 Pelham, $0.67.
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 Pelham. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pelham's providers, 353 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.
**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 all households in Pelham covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Pelham residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Pelham, $59.99.
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 Pelham, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Pelham. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pelham's providers, 353 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Pelham, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Pelham, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Pelham and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are about average in Pelham at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Pelham at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Pelham residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Pelham with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in Pelham. The next fastest internet provider in Pelham is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 19% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Pelham with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Pelham, $59.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Pelham, covering 19% of the city.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
*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