Compare 31211 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Macon – 151 Mbps
GA – 133 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Macon – 29 Mbps
GA – 48 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Macon.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 50% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.160% |
Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 2.490% |
Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
Windstream | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 12% |
Windstream | $75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.490% |
Plant Telephone Company | $34.95 | 50 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 1.080% |
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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.48%
2 providers - 72.74%
3 providers - 8.88%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 31211 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 31211 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 80% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 31% of those living in the 31211 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 31211 area, and 72.74% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 31211, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Windstream | 61 Mbps | 22 Mbps | DSL |
Cox | 150 Mbps | 15 Mbps | Cable |
AT&T | 374 Mbps | 102 Mbps | DSL |
Spectrum | 333 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Macon.
The largest internet providers serving the 31211 ZIP code are AT&T, Cox, and Windstream bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 31211 ZIP code, covering 50% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 96% of the area. Macon’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers DSL to around 12% of residents in the 31211 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in the 31211 ZIP code, covering 50% 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 Macon, $50.82.
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 Macon, $0.43.
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 31211 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 50% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 267 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in the 31211 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 31211 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $50.82.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Macon, $0.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 31211 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 267 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 31211 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $50.82.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Macon, $0.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 31211 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 267 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 31211 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 31211 and the greater Macon area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Macon at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Macon at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 31211 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 31211 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 50% of households in 31211. The next fastest internet provider in the 31211 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 3.160% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 31211 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $50.82.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 31211 ZIP code, covering 3.160% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in 31211 and is available to 2.490% of households.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.