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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. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Russellville internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9830
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.93%
2 providers - 93.64%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Russellville 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 Russellville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Russellville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Russellville, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Russellville area, and 93.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Russellville's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Russellville
The largest internet providers in Russellville are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Russellville.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Russellville residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Russellville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Russellville residents.
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 Russellville covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Russellville 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Russellville, $46.25.
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 Russellville, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Russellville. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Russellville's providers, 39 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Russellville covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Russellville residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Russellville, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Russellville, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Russellville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Russellville's providers, 39 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 Russellville covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Russellville 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 Russellville, $46.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Russellville, $0.75.
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 Russellville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Russellville's providers, 39 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Russellville?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Russellville with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Russellville. The next fastest internet provider in Russellville is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Russellville?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Russellville with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Russellville, $46.25.
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.
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.
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.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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