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Internet providers in 96766
Find internet providers serving the 96766 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Hawaiian Telcom | $34.99 | 300 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Hawaiian Telcom | $34.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 32% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 2 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?96766 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 96766 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Hawaii - 92%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 96766 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 32% of those living in the 96766 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 96766 area, and 98.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 96766, prices start at $34.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 96766
The largest internet providers serving the 96766 ZIP code are Spectrum and Hawaiian Telcom bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 96766 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Hawaiian Telcom, which covers 100% of the area. Lihue’s third most-available internet provider, Hawaiian Telcom, offers fiber-optic to around 32% of residents in the 96766 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 96766 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 96766 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lihue, $47.49.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lihue, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 96766 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lihue's providers, 336 Mbps.
Hawaiian Telcom DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to all households in the 96766 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Hawaiian Telcom 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 Hawaiian Telcom start at $34.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lihue, $47.49.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.12 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lihue, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in 96766 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lihue's providers, 336 Mbps.
Hawaiian Telcom fiber-optic internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 96766 ZIP code, covering 32% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Hawaiian Telcom is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 96766 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Hawaiian Telcom start at $34.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lihue, $47.49.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.12 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lihue, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in 96766 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 32% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lihue's providers, 336 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 96766 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 96766 and the greater Lihue area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lihue at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 2 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Lihue at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 96766 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 96766 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 96766?
Hawaiian Telcom is the fastest internet provider in the 96766 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 32% of households in 96766. The next fastest internet provider in the 96766 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 96766?
Hawaiian Telcom offers the cheapest internet in the 96766 ZIP with service starting at $34.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lihue, $47.49.
Is fiber internet available in 96766?
Hawaiian Telcom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 96766 ZIP code, covering 32% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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