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Internet providers in 83642
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83642 internet providers
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CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 19% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| Sparklight | $45.00 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Cambridge Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 5.757% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Safelink Internet | $59.00 | - | 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?83642 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
22337
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.83%
2 providers - 96.72%
3 providers - 5.76%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 83642 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 83642 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 22% of those living in the 83642 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 83642 area, and 96.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 83642, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 83642
The largest internet providers serving the 83642 ZIP code are CenturyLink and Sparklight bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 83642 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 19% of the area. Meridian’s third most-available internet provider, Sparklight, offers cable to around 97% of residents in the 83642 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 nearly all households in the 83642 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 Meridian, $51.80.
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 Meridian, $1.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 83642 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Meridian's providers, 543 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 83642 ZIP code, covering 19% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 83642 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $65/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Meridian, $51.80.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Meridian, $1.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 83642 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Meridian's providers, 543 Mbps.
Sparklight cable internet
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Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to nearly all households in the 83642 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 83642 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 Meridian, $51.80.
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 Meridian, $1.18.
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 83642 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Meridian's providers, 543 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 83642 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 83642 and the greater Meridian area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Meridian at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Meridian at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 83642 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 83642 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 83642?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 83642 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 19% of households in 83642. The next fastest internet provider in the 83642 ZIP code is Sparklight, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 83642?
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in the 83642 ZIP with service starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Meridian, $51.80.
Is fiber internet available in 83642?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 83642 ZIP code, covering 19% of the city. Cambridge Telephone Company also offers fiber internet in 83642 and is available to 5.757% of households.
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.
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.
