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Shop the best Ocala internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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| Xfinity | $20.00 | 25 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 7.328% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 11% |
| Cox | $29.99 | 10 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
CenturyLink  | $49.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.285% |
| CenturyLink | $49.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| Ocala Telecom | - | - | Fiber-optic | 61% |
| Cablevision of Marion County | - | - | Cable | 9.315% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.11%
2 providers - 94.65%
3 providers - 66.17%
4+ providers - 13.84%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Ocala 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 Ocala area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Ocala residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 61% of those living in Ocala.
There are eight internet providers serving the Ocala area, and 94.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ocala's eight internet providers, prices start at $20 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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| Viasat | 13 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Cox | 135 Mbps | 15 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 18 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 95 Mbps | 82 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | 118 Mbps | 11 Mbps | Cable |
| Xfinity | 161 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ocala.
The largest internet providers in Ocala are Spectrum, Cox, and CenturyLink bringing cable and DSL options to Ocala.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to many Ocala residents, covering 11% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 93% of the area. Ocala’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 91% of Ocala residents.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to a limited number of households in Ocala covering 11% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ocala residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Ocala, $41.50.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ocala, $0.80.
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 Ocala. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ocala's providers, 315 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Ocala covering 93% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ocala residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ocala, $41.50.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ocala, $0.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Ocala. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ocala's providers, 315 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Ocala covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Ocala 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 CenturyLink start at $49/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Ocala, $41.50.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.45 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ocala, $0.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 60 Mbps in Ocala. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ocala's providers, 315 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Ocala, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Ocala, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Ocala and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Ocala at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Ocala at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Ocala residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Ocala with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.285% of households in Ocala. The next fastest internet provider in Ocala is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 11% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Ocala with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ocala, $41.50.
Ocala Telecom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ocala, covering 61% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in Ocala and is available to 3.285% of households.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
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.
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