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Internet providers in 46516
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 6.015% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Midwest Energy Cooperative | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.679% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 99% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 84% |
| Mercury Wireless | $39.95 | 3 - 7 Mbps | Wireless | 83% |
| Surf Broadband Solutions | $54.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 1.023% |
*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?46516 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 46516 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Indiana - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 46516 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL 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 1.680% of those living in the 46516 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 46516 area, and 96.21% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 46516, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 46516
The largest internet providers serving the 46516 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 46516 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Elkhart’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 46516 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 46516 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Elkhart, $41.84.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elkhart, $1.74.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 46516 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Elkhart's providers, 163 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 46516 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 46516 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Elkhart, $41.84.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elkhart, $1.74.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 46516 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Elkhart's providers, 163 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 46516 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 46516 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Elkhart, $41.84.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elkhart, $1.74.
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 46516 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Elkhart's providers, 163 Mbps.
Internet providers in 46516 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 46516?
Midwest Energy Cooperative is the fastest internet provider in the 46516 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.679% of households in 46516. The next fastest internet provider in the 46516 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 46516?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 46516 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Elkhart, $41.84.
Is fiber internet available in 46516?
Midwest Energy Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 46516 ZIP code, covering 1.679% of the city.
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.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
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.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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