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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 71% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.227% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
ALTIUS Broadband  | - | 30 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 1.357% |
*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 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.77%
2 providers - 98.66%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Port Charlotte residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 17% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.210% of those living in Port Charlotte.
There are five internet providers serving the Port Charlotte area, and 98.66% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Port Charlotte's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Viasat | 15.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 12.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 172.0 Mbps | 12.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Port Charlotte.
The largest internet providers in Port Charlotte are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Port Charlotte.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Port Charlotte residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 71% of the area. Port Charlotte’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Port Charlotte 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Port Charlotte covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Port Charlotte, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Port Charlotte. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Port Charlotte's providers, 322 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Port Charlotte covering 71% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Port Charlotte 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Port Charlotte, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Port Charlotte, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 60 Mbps in Port Charlotte. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Port Charlotte's providers, 322 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Port Charlotte covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Port Charlotte, $1.99.
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 Port Charlotte. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Port Charlotte's providers, 322 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Port Charlotte with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Port Charlotte. The next fastest internet provider in Port Charlotte is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 71% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Port Charlotte with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Port Charlotte, $53.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Port Charlotte, covering 4.227% of the city.
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.
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.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
*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
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