*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 - 98.17%
2 providers - 96.03%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Austell 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 Austell area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Austell residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 51% of those living in Austell.
There are four internet providers serving the Austell area, and 96.03% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Austell's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | 54.0 Mbps | 23.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 268.0 Mbps | 27.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Austell.
The largest internet providers in Austell are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Austell.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Austell residents, covering 98% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 12% of the area. Austell’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of Austell residents.
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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 Austell covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Austell 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 Austell, $54.99.
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 Austell, $2.04.
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 20 Mbps in Austell. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Austell's providers, 525 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 AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Austell covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Austell than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Austell, $54.99.
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 Austell, $2.04.
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 1,000 Mbps in Austell. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Austell's providers, 525 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 nearly all households in Austell covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Austell 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 Austell, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Austell, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Austell. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Austell's providers, 525 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Austell, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Austell, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Austell and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Austell at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Austell at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Austell residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Austell with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Austell. The next fastest internet provider in Austell is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 12% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Austell with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Austell, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Austell, covering 12% of the city.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.
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.
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