| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.688% |
| 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 - 99.94%
2 providers - 96.65%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in LaFayette 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 LaFayette area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of LaFayette residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 18% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 13% of those living in LaFayette.
There are four internet providers serving the LaFayette area, and 96.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among LaFayette's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windstream | 59.0 Mbps | 33.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 200.0 Mbps | 16.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in LaFayette.
The largest internet providers in LaFayette are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to LaFayette.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all LaFayette residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. LaFayette’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of LaFayette 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in LaFayette covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but LaFayette 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 LaFayette, $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 LaFayette, $1.90.
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 LaFayette. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all LaFayette's providers, 341 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in LaFayette covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of LaFayette 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in LaFayette, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in LaFayette, $1.90.
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 LaFayette. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all LaFayette's providers, 341 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.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in LaFayette covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of LaFayette 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in LaFayette, $54.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in LaFayette, $1.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in LaFayette. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all LaFayette's providers, 341 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in LaFayette with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in LaFayette. The next fastest internet provider in LaFayette is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in LaFayette with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in LaFayette, $54.99.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in LaFayette, covering 1.688% of the city.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
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