*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 - 99.88%
2 providers - 92.92%
3 providers - 44.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 30906 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 30906 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 86% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 33% of those living in the 30906 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 30906 area, and 92.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 30906, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 30906 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 30906 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Augusta’s third most-available internet provider, WOW!, offers fiber-optic to around 55% of residents in the 30906 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 30906 ZIP code, covering 82% 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 5 Mbps in 30906 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Augusta's providers, 282 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 30906 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 30906 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 30906 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Augusta's providers, 282 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.
Fiber-optic from WOW! offers broadband to about half of households in the 30906 ZIP code, covering 55% 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 30906 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 30906 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 55% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Augusta's providers, 282 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 30906 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 30906 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 30906 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 30906 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 82% of households in 30906. The next fastest internet provider in the 30906 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 30906 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 30906 ZIP code, covering 55% of the city.
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.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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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