*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.37%
2 providers - 93.63%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rainbow 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 Rainbow City area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Rainbow City residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 49% of those living in Rainbow City.
There are four internet providers serving the Rainbow City area, and 93.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rainbow City's four 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | 3.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Xfinity | 167.0 Mbps | 15.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 189.0 Mbps | 141.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rainbow City.
The largest internet providers in Rainbow City are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Rainbow City.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Rainbow City residents, covering 83% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 97% of the area. Rainbow City’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Rainbow City 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 Rainbow City covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Rainbow 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rainbow City, $54.99.
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 Rainbow City, $2.29.
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 Rainbow City. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rainbow City's providers, 275 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Rainbow City covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rainbow City 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 Rainbow City, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rainbow City, $2.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Rainbow City. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rainbow City's providers, 275 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Rainbow City covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Rainbow 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Rainbow City, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rainbow City, $2.29.
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 Rainbow City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rainbow City's providers, 275 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Rainbow City with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 83% of households in Rainbow City. The next fastest internet provider in Rainbow City is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Rainbow City with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rainbow City, $54.99.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
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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