| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.246% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 48% |
Harbor Communications  | - | 940 - 20 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | 940 - 20 Mbps | Wired | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | 940 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 98.27%
3 providers - 97.65%
4+ providers - 45.60%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Saraland 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 Saraland area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Saraland 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 63% of those living in Saraland.
There are six internet providers serving the Saraland area, and 98.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Saraland's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 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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| Xfinity | 190.0 Mbps | 16.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 175.0 Mbps | 132.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Viasat | 54.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Saraland.
The largest internet providers in Saraland are AT&T, Xfinity, and Mediacom bringing DSL and cable options to Saraland.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Saraland residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 96% of the area. Saraland’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 48% of Saraland 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 Saraland covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Saraland 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Saraland, $47.99.
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 Saraland, $1.17.
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 Saraland. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saraland's providers, 295 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 Saraland covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Saraland 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 Saraland, $47.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Saraland, $1.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Saraland. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saraland's providers, 295 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 Mediacom offers broadband to about half of households in Saraland covering 48% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Saraland residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Saraland, $47.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Saraland, $1.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Saraland. These download speeds are available to 48% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saraland's providers, 295 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Saraland, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, DSL, and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Saraland, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Saraland and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Saraland at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Saraland at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Saraland residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Saraland with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Saraland. The next fastest internet provider in Saraland is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 6.246% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Saraland with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Saraland, $47.99.
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Saraland, covering 100% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Saraland and is available to 6.246% of households.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
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.
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