Internet providers in Pell City, AL
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CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
| CenturyLink | $65.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 15% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 15 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 8.044% |
| USA Communications | - | - | Cable | 65% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 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 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
12594
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.21%
2 providers - 72.24%
3 providers - 0.37%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in Pell City 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 Pell City area will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of Pell City residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 65% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 15% of those living in Pell City.
There are five internet providers serving the Pell City area, and 72.24% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Pell City's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Pell City
The largest internet providers in Pell City are CenturyLink and HughesNet bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and satellite options to Pell City.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Pell City residents, covering 87% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 15% of the area. Pell City’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Pell City residents.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Pell City covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Pell City 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Pell City, $43.75.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pell City, $1.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Pell City. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Pell City's providers, 66 Mbps.
CenturyLink fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Pell City covering 15% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Pell City than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $65/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Pell City, $43.75.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pell City, $1.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in Pell City. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Pell City's providers, 66 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Pell City covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Pell City 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 Pell City, $43.75.
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 Pell City, $1.90.
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 Pell City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Pell City's providers, 66 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Pell City?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Pell City with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 87% of households in Pell City. The next fastest internet provider in Pell City is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 15% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Pell City?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Pell City with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Pell City, $43.75.
Is fiber internet available in Pell City?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Pell City, covering 15% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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