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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
Flint Cable TV 
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- | 30 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 6.890% |
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Citizens Telephone Company
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- | 10 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 1.400% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
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Flint Cable TV
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- | 30 - 300 Mbps | Wireless | 14% |
*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 - 97.01%
2 providers - 81.31%
3 providers - 7.55%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in the 31709 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 31709 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Americus, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 31709 area, and 81.31% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 31709, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 31709 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 31709 ZIP code, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 94% of the area. Americus’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 31709 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 31709 ZIP code, covering 81% 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 Americus, $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 Americus, $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 0.768 Mbps in 31709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Americus's providers, 264 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 Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 31709 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 31709 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 Americus, $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 Americus, $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 31709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Americus's providers, 264 Mbps.
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 31709 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 31709 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 Americus, $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 Americus, $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 31709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Americus's providers, 264 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 31709 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 81% of households in 31709. The next fastest internet provider in the 31709 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 31709 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Americus, $52.49.
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.
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.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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