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Internet providers in Trussville, AL
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Trussville, AL internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 3.850% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.834% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.528% |
| USA Holdings LLC | - | - | Cable | 2.584% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Trussville internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Trussville 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 Trussville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Trussville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in Trussville.
There are seven internet providers serving the Trussville area, and 99.16% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Trussville's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Trussville
The largest internet providers in Trussville are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and Windstream bringing cable and DSL options to Trussville.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Trussville residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 93% of the area. Trussville’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers DSL to around 13% of Trussville residents.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Trussville covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Trussville 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 Trussville, $41.66.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Trussville, $1.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Trussville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Trussville's providers, 135 Mbps.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Trussville covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Trussville 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 Trussville, $41.66.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Trussville, $1.04.
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 Trussville. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Trussville's providers, 135 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to a limited number of households in Trussville covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Trussville 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Trussville, $41.66.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Trussville, $1.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in Trussville. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Trussville's providers, 135 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Trussville, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Trussville, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Trussville and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Trussville at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Trussville at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Trussville residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Trussville?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Trussville with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Trussville. The next fastest internet provider in Trussville is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 93% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Trussville?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Trussville with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Trussville, $41.66.
Is fiber internet available in Trussville?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Trussville, covering 6.834% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in Trussville and is available to 5.528% of households.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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