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Ellettsville, IN internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 2.574% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Rice Belt Telephone Company  | $45.00 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 37% |
| Rice Belt Telephone Company | $45.00 | 50 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 30% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 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?Ellettsville internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5689
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.76%
2 providers - 87.29%
3 providers - 2.45%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Ellettsville 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 Ellettsville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ellettsville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 53% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 37% of those living in Ellettsville.
There are five internet providers serving the Ellettsville area, and 87.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ellettsville's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Ellettsville
The largest internet providers in Ellettsville are Xfinity and Rice Belt Telephone Company bringing cable, fiber-optic, and DSL options to Ellettsville.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Ellettsville residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Rice Belt Telephone Company, which covers 37% of the area. Ellettsville’s third most-available internet provider, Rice Belt Telephone Company, offers DSL to around 30% of Ellettsville residents.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Ellettsville covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ellettsville 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 Ellettsville, $43.00.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ellettsville, $1.26.
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 Ellettsville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ellettsville's providers, 420 Mbps.
Rice Belt Telephone Company 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 Rice Belt Telephone Company offers broadband to some, but not many households in Ellettsville covering 37% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Rice Belt Telephone Company is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Ellettsville than other internet types.
Internet prices for Rice Belt Telephone Company start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ellettsville, $43.00.
Rice Belt Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.90 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ellettsville, $1.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Rice Belt Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 500 Mbps in Ellettsville. These download speeds are available to 37% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ellettsville's providers, 420 Mbps.
Rice Belt Telephone Company 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 Rice Belt Telephone Company offers broadband to some, but not many households in Ellettsville covering 30% of the area.
DSL internet from Rice Belt Telephone Company uses telephone lines in Ellettsville 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 Rice Belt Telephone Company start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ellettsville, $43.00.
Rice Belt Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.90 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ellettsville, $1.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Rice Belt Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Ellettsville. These download speeds are available to 30% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ellettsville's providers, 420 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Ellettsville, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Ellettsville, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Ellettsville and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ellettsville at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Ellettsville at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Ellettsville residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Ellettsville?
Rice Belt Telephone Company is the fastest internet provider in Ellettsville with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 37% of households in Ellettsville. The next fastest internet provider in Ellettsville is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Ellettsville?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Ellettsville with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ellettsville, $43.00.
Is fiber internet available in Ellettsville?
Rice Belt Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ellettsville, covering 37% of the city.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
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