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Albany, GA internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL70%
Mediacom $19.99 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable98%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Albany internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    5000 Mbps

    Provider: AT&T

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    77398

    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

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 99%

    DSL - 78%

    Fiber - 38%

    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.

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Average internet speeds in Albany

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
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.

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.

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Top high-speed internet providers 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.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

5 Mbps

Average availability

70%

*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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Mediacom cable internet

Provider
Mediacom
Starting price*
$19.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

50 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*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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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

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.

Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.

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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