| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
ITS Fiber  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 20% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Florida High Speed Internet | - | 5 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| ALTIUS Broadband | - | 30 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 1.940% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 97.89%
3 providers - 20.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 34996 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 34996 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 66% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 66% of those living in the 34996 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 34996 area, and 97.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 34996, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 34996 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 34996 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Stuart’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 34996 ZIP code.
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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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 34996 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Stuart, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Stuart, $2.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 34996 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stuart's providers, 69 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 34996 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 34996 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 Stuart, $54.99.
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 Stuart, $2.29.
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 34996 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stuart's providers, 69 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 the 34996 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 34996 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Stuart, $54.99.
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 Stuart, $2.29.
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 34996 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Stuart's providers, 69 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 34996 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 34996. The next fastest internet provider in the 34996 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 34996 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Stuart, $54.99.
ITS Fiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 34996 ZIP code, covering 20% of the city.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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