Compare Putnam internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Putnam – 131 Mbps
CT – 133 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Putnam – 18 Mbps
CT – 37 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Putnam.
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Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 3.459% |
Atlantic Broadband | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 91.67%
3 providers - 3.40%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Putnam is comparable to the rest of Connecticut - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Putnam area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Putnam residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Putnam, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Putnam area, and 91.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Putnam's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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HughesNet | 3 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
Atlantic Broadband | 145 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
Spectrum | 151 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Putnam.
The largest internet providers in Putnam are Atlantic Broadband, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Putnam.
Cable internet from Atlantic Broadband is available to nearly all Putnam residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Putnam’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Putnam residents.
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Atlantic Broadband offers broadband to all households in Putnam covering 100% of the area.
Atlantic Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Putnam residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Atlantic Broadband start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Putnam, $51.99.
Atlantic Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Putnam, $0.48.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Atlantic Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Putnam. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Putnam's providers, 68 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Putnam covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Putnam 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Putnam, $51.99.
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 Putnam, $0.48.
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 Putnam. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Putnam's providers, 68 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Putnam covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Putnam 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 Putnam, $51.99.
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 Putnam, $0.48.
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 Putnam. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Putnam's providers, 68 Mbps.
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Putnam with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 3.459% of households in Putnam. The next fastest internet provider in Putnam is Atlantic Broadband, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Atlantic Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Putnam with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Putnam, $51.99.
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.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem