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Internet providers in 33980
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33980 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 78% |
| CenturyLink | $65.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.380% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?33980 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5163
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.36%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 33980 ZIP code 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 33980 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.380% of those living in the 33980 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 33980 area, and 99.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 33980, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 150 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 33980
The largest internet providers serving the 33980 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 33980 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 78% of the area. Punta Gorda’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 33980 ZIP code.
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 33980 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 33980 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 Punta Gorda, $46.24.
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 Punta Gorda, $1.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 33980 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Punta Gorda's providers, 97 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 33980 ZIP code, covering 78% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Punta Gorda, $46.24.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Punta Gorda, $1.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 33980 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Punta Gorda's providers, 97 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 33980 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 33980 ZIP 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Punta Gorda, $46.24.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Punta Gorda, $1.78.
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 33980 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Punta Gorda's providers, 97 Mbps.
Internet providers in 33980 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 33980?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 33980 ZIP code with download speeds up to 150 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 33980. The next fastest internet provider in the 33980 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 78% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 33980?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 33980 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Punta Gorda, $46.24.
Is fiber internet available in 33980?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 33980 ZIP code, covering 2.380% of the city.
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.
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.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
