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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. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?06484 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
33360
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 96.88%
3 providers - 28.66%
4+ providers - 1.33%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 06484 ZIP code 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 06484 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Shelton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 06484 area, and 96.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 06484, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 06484
The largest internet providers serving the 06484 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and Optimum bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 06484 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Shelton’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 25% of residents in the 06484 ZIP code.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 06484 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $40.49.
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 Shelton, $0.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 06484 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 162 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 06484 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 06484 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $40.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $0.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 06484 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 162 Mbps.
Optimum 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 06484 ZIP code, covering 25% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 06484 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $40.49.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $0.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 06484 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 25% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 162 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 06484 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 06484 and the greater Shelton area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Shelton at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Shelton at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 06484 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 06484 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 06484?
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in the 06484 ZIP code with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 25% of households in 06484. The next fastest internet provider in the 06484 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 5.608% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 06484?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 06484 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $40.49.
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.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
