Compare 31220 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 | 74% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 22% |
Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
Windstream | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 7.950% |
Watson Cable | $59.95 | - | Cable | 34% |
Flint Cable TV | - | 30 - 300 Mbps | DSL | 19% |
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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.39%
2 providers - 85.95%
3 providers - 45.39%
4+ providers - 7.95%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 31220 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 31220 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 94% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 38% of those living in the 31220 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 31220 area, and 85.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 31220, 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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AT&T | 32 Mbps | 21 Mbps | DSL |
Viasat | 10 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
Cox | 151 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Macon.
The largest internet providers serving the 31220 ZIP code are AT&T and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 31220 ZIP code, covering 74% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 22% of the area. Macon’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 93% of residents in the 31220 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 most households in the 31220 ZIP code, covering 74% 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, $55.98.
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, $1.00.
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 31220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 276 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 31220 ZIP code, covering 22% 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 31220 ZIP code 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 Macon, $55.98.
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, $1.00.
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 31220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 22% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 276 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 31220 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 31220 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, $55.98.
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, $1.00.
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 31220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 276 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 31220 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 31220 and the greater Macon area. HughesNet starting prices are 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 31220 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 31220 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 74% of households in 31220. The next fastest internet provider in the 31220 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 22% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 31220 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $55.98.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 31220 ZIP code, covering 22% of the city.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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.
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.
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