Internet providers in 33616
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?33616 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4278
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 96.56%
3 providers - 11.18%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 33616 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 33616 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 89% of those living in the 33616 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 33616 area, and 96.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 33616, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 33616
The largest internet providers serving the 33616 ZIP code are Frontier and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 33616 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 89% of the area. Tampa’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 33616 ZIP code.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 33616 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Tampa, $45.74.
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 Tampa, $0.74.
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 33616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Tampa's providers, 99 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 33616 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 33616 ZIP code 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 Tampa, $45.74.
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 Tampa, $0.74.
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 33616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Tampa's providers, 99 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 33616 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 33616 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 Tampa, $45.74.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Tampa, $0.74.
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 33616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tampa's providers, 99 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 33616 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 33616 and the greater Tampa area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Tampa at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Tampa at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 33616 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 33616 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 33616?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 33616 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 33616. The next fastest internet provider in the 33616 ZIP code is Frontier, offering download speeds up to 30 Mbps to 97% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 33616?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 33616 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Tampa, $45.74.
Is fiber internet available in 33616?
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 33616 ZIP code, covering 89% of the city. Hotwire Communications Ltd. also offers fiber internet in 33616 and is available to 11% of households.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
