Compare 30901 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Augusta – 130 Mbps
GA – 133 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Augusta – 19 Mbps
GA – 48 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Augusta.
Internet providers in 30901
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
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Broadband availability
7350
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.17%
2 providers - 91.37%
3 providers - 38.13%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 94%, broadband coverage in the 30901 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Georgia - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 30901 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 94% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 76% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 45% of those living in the 30901 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 30901 area, and 91.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 30901, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Augusta
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 88 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 124 Mbps | 74 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Augusta.
Top high-speed internet providers in 30901
The largest internet providers serving the 30901 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and WOW! bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 30901 ZIP code, covering 84% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 94% of the area. Augusta’s third most-available internet provider, WOW!, offers fiber-optic to around 44% of residents in the 30901 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 nearly all households in the 30901 ZIP code, covering 84% 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 Augusta, $49.99.
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 Augusta, $0.50.
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 30901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Augusta's providers, 281 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 30901 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 30901 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Augusta, $49.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Augusta, $0.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 30901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Augusta's providers, 281 Mbps.
WOW! fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from WOW! offers broadband to about half of households in the 30901 ZIP code, covering 44% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from WOW! is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 30901 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for WOW! start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Augusta, $49.99.
WOW! customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.15 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Augusta, $0.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, WOW! offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 30901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 44% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Augusta's providers, 281 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 30901 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 30901 and the greater Augusta area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Augusta at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Augusta at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 30901 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 30901 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 30901 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 84% of households in 30901. The next fastest internet provider in the 30901 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 30901 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Augusta, $49.99.
WOW! is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 30901 ZIP code, covering 44% of the city.
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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.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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