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Internet providers in 83501
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83501 internet providers
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CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.343% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 54% |
| Sparklight | $45.00 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| First Step Internet | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 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 22, 2021.
Need help?83501 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
12305
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.33%
2 providers - 84.35%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 94%, broadband coverage in the 83501 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Idaho - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 83501 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 93% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 86% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Lewiston, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the 83501 area, and 84.35% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 83501, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 83501
The largest internet providers serving the 83501 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 83501 ZIP code, covering 54% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 93% of the area. Lewiston’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 83501 ZIP code.
CenturyLink 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in the 83501 ZIP code, covering 54% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lewiston, $50.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lewiston, $1.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 83501 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 54% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lewiston's providers, 533 Mbps.
Sparklight 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to nearly all households in the 83501 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 83501 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lewiston, $50.00.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.45 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lewiston, $1.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 83501 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lewiston's providers, 533 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 83501 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 83501 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Lewiston, $50.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lewiston, $1.14.
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 83501 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lewiston's providers, 533 Mbps.
Internet providers in 83501 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 83501?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 83501 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.343% of households in 83501. The next fastest internet provider in the 83501 ZIP code is Sparklight, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 93% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 83501?
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in the 83501 ZIP with service starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lewiston, $50.00.
Is fiber internet available in 83501?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 83501 ZIP code, covering 0.343% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Why is my internet slow today?
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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