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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 75% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
Hargray of Georgia 
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$55.00 | 200 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.810% |
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Hargray of Georgia
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$55.00 | 200 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.820% |
| 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 - 98.35%
2 providers - 80.15%
3 providers - 3.63%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 31601 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 31601 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 92% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 83% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in the 31601 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 31601 area, and 80.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 31601, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 31601 ZIP code are AT&T, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 31601 ZIP code, covering 75% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 93% of the area. Valdosta’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 31601 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 31601 ZIP code, covering 75% 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 Valdosta, $52.99.
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 Valdosta, $0.49.
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 31601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Valdosta's providers, 227 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 Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 31601 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 31601 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Valdosta, $52.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Valdosta, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 31601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Valdosta's providers, 227 Mbps.
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 31601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 31601 ZIP 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Valdosta, $52.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Valdosta, $0.49.
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 31601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Valdosta's providers, 227 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 31601 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 75% of households in 31601. The next fastest internet provider in the 31601 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 31601 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Valdosta, $52.99.
Hargray of Georgia is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 31601 ZIP code, covering 0.820% of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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