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Internet providers in Ford City, CA

Ford City, CA internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
unWired Broadband $53.99 1,000 - 1,000 MbpsWireless100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Ford City internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Ford City 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 Ford City area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ford City residents. No DSL or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Ford City, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are four internet providers serving the Ford City area. Among Ford City's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Ford City

The largest internet providers in Ford City are Spectrum, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Ford City.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Ford City residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Ford City’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Ford City residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Ford City covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ford City residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Ford City, $59.74.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ford City, $0.18.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Ford City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ford City's providers, 93 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ford City covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ford City 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 Ford City, $59.74.

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 Ford City, $0.18.

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 Ford City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Ford City's providers, 93 Mbps.

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Viasat satellite internet

Provider
Viasat
Starting price*
$69.99/mo.
Max download speed

150 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Ford City covering 100% of the area.

Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ford City 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Ford City, $59.74.

Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ford City, $0.18.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Ford City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Ford City's providers, 93 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Ford City with download speeds up to 1,00*0 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Ford City. The next fastest internet provider in Ford City is unWired Broadband, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Ford City with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Ford City, $59.74.

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.

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.

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.

Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.