Compare Albany internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Albany – 126 Mbps
GA – 133 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Albany – 34 Mbps
GA – 48 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Albany.
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.44%
2 providers - 75.74%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Albany is comparable to the rest of Georgia - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Albany area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Albany residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 78% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 38% of those living in Albany.
There are four internet providers serving the Albany area, and 75.74% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Albany's four internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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AT&T | 69 Mbps | 58 Mbps | DSL |
Mediacom | 162 Mbps | 21 Mbps | Cable |
HughesNet | 12 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
Viasat | 13 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Albany.
The largest internet providers in Albany are AT&T, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Albany.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Albany residents, covering 70% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 98% of the area. Albany’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Albany 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Albany covering 70% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Albany 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 Albany, $52.49.
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 Albany, $1.42.
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 5 Mbps in Albany. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 266 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in Albany covering 98% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Albany residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $52.49.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albany, $1.42.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Albany. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 266 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Albany covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Albany 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 Albany, $52.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albany, $1.42.
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 Albany. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 266 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Albany with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 70% of households in Albany. The next fastest internet provider in Albany is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Albany with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $52.49.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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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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.