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Internet providers in Bishop, CA
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Bishop, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 6.191% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 12 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 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?Bishop internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bishop is comparable to the rest of California - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bishop area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Bishop residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Bishop, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Bishop area, and 98.28% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bishop's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Bishop
The largest internet providers in Bishop are Frontier, Suddenlink Communications, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Bishop.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Bishop residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink Communications, which covers 98% of the area. Bishop’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Bishop residents.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to all households in Bishop covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Bishop 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Bishop, $39.60.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bishop, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Bishop. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Bishop's providers, 223 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 Bishop covering 98% of the area.
Suddenlink Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bishop residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink Communications start at $30/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bishop, $39.60.
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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bishop, $1.02.
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 Bishop. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bishop's providers, 223 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 Bishop covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Bishop 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 Bishop, $39.60.
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 Bishop, $1.02.
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 Bishop. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Bishop's providers, 223 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Bishop?
Suddenlink Communications is the fastest internet provider in Bishop with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Bishop. The next fastest internet provider in Bishop is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 6.191% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Bishop?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Bishop with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bishop, $39.60.
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.
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.
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.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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