| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
Pineland Communications  | - | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| northland communications corp | - | 25 - 960 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
| 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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 98.15%
3 providers - 88.48%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Swainsboro 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 Swainsboro area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of Swainsboro residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 95% of those living in Swainsboro.
There are five internet providers serving the Swainsboro area, and 98.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Swainsboro's five internet providers, prices start at $55 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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| Pineland Communications | 119.0 Mbps | 89.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| AT&T | 45.0 Mbps | 38.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Swainsboro.
The largest internet providers in Swainsboro are AT&T, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Swainsboro.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Swainsboro residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Swainsboro’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Swainsboro 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 Swainsboro covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Swainsboro 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Swainsboro, $63.33.
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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Swainsboro, $3.96.
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 Swainsboro. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Swainsboro's providers, 18 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 Swainsboro covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Swainsboro 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Swainsboro, $63.33.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Swainsboro, $3.96.
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 Swainsboro. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Swainsboro's providers, 18 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 Swainsboro covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Swainsboro 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Swainsboro, $63.33.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Swainsboro, $3.96.
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 Swainsboro. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Swainsboro's providers, 18 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Swainsboro with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in Swainsboro. The next fastest internet provider in Swainsboro is Pineland Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Swainsboro with plans starting at $55/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Swainsboro, $63.33.
Pineland Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Swainsboro, covering 100% 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.
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.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
*GIG: 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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