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| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 46% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 53% |
Midvale Telephone Company 
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- | - | DSL | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Simply Bits | - | 10 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 3.470% |
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Bluespan
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- | - | Wireless | 2.740% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 83.17%
2 providers - 55.19%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 76%, broadband coverage in the 85602 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Arizona - 84%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 85602 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 76% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 46% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Benson, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 85602 area, and 55.19% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 85602, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 85602 ZIP code are Cox, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Cox is available to many in the 85602 ZIP code, covering 46% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 53% of the area. Benson’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 85602 ZIP code.
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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 Cox offers broadband to about half of households in the 85602 ZIP code, covering 46% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 85602 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Benson, $54.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benson, $1.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 85602 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 46% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benson's providers, 142 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in the 85602 ZIP code, covering 53% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Benson, $54.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benson, $1.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 85602 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benson's providers, 142 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 the 85602 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 85602 ZIP 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 Benson, $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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benson, $1.22.
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 85602 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Benson's providers, 142 Mbps.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 85602 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 46% of households in 85602. The next fastest internet provider in the 85602 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 53% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 85602 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Benson, $54.99.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
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.
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.
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