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Internet providers in Carrollwood, FL
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Carrollwood internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Carrollwood is comparable to the rest of Florida - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Carrollwood area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Carrollwood residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 91% of those living in Carrollwood.
There are five internet providers serving the Carrollwood area, and 91.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Carrollwood's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Carrollwood
The largest internet providers in Carrollwood are Frontier and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Carrollwood.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Carrollwood residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 91% of the area. Carrollwood’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Carrollwood 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 nearly all households in Carrollwood covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Carrollwood 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 Carrollwood, $42.59.
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 Carrollwood, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Carrollwood. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Carrollwood's providers, 154 Mbps.
Frontier fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Carrollwood covering 91% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Carrollwood than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Carrollwood, $42.59.
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 Carrollwood, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Carrollwood. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Carrollwood's providers, 154 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Carrollwood covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Carrollwood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Carrollwood, $42.59.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carrollwood, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Carrollwood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carrollwood's providers, 154 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Carrollwood, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Carrollwood, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Carrollwood and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Carrollwood at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Carrollwood at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Carrollwood residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Carrollwood?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Carrollwood with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Carrollwood. The next fastest internet provider in Carrollwood is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 1.832% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Carrollwood?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Carrollwood with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carrollwood, $42.59.
Is fiber internet available in Carrollwood?
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Carrollwood, covering 91% of the city. Spectrum also offers fiber internet in Carrollwood and is available to 1.832% of households.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
How do I get cheaper internet?
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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