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Internet providers in Payson, AZ
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 73% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 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?Payson internet service at a glance
At 98%, broadband coverage in Payson is slightly higher than the rest of Arizona - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Payson area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Payson residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Payson, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are three internet providers serving the Payson area, and 93.66% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Payson's three internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Payson
The largest internet providers in Payson are CenturyLink, Suddenlink Communications, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Payson.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most Payson residents, covering 73% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink Communications, which covers 97% of the area. Payson’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Payson residents.
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 most households in Payson covering 73% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Payson 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 Payson, $45.00.
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 Payson, $1.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Payson. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Payson's providers, 375 Mbps.
Suddenlink Communications 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 Suddenlink Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in Payson covering 97% of the area.
Suddenlink Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Payson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink Communications start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Payson, $45.00.
Suddenlink Communications 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 Payson, $1.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Suddenlink Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Payson. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Payson's providers, 375 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Payson covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Payson 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 Payson, $45.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Payson, $1.55.
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 Payson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Payson's providers, 375 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Payson?
Suddenlink Communications is the fastest internet provider in Payson with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Payson. The next fastest internet provider in Payson is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 73% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Payson?
Suddenlink Communications offers the cheapest internet in Payson with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Payson, $45.00.
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.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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