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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 51% |
Windstream 
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$19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.600% |
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Windstream
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$75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.300% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.49%
2 providers - 69.86%
3 providers - 1.17%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 31721 ZIP code 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 31721 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 24% of those living in the 31721 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 31721 area, and 69.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 31721, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 31721 ZIP code are AT&T, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 31721 ZIP code, covering 51% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Albany’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 31721 ZIP code.
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in the 31721 ZIP code, covering 51% 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $45.99.
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 Albany, $0.42.
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 31721 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 51% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 228 Mbps.
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in the 31721 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 31721 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, $45.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albany, $0.42.
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 31721 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 228 Mbps.
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 31721 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 31721 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $45.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albany, $0.42.
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 31721 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 228 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 31721 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 51% of households in 31721. The next fastest internet provider in the 31721 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 1.600% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 31721 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $45.99.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 31721 ZIP code, covering 0.300% 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.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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