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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 100% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 35% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Mercury Wireless Indiana . 
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$65.00 | 30 - 150 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
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King Street Wireless
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- | - | Wireless | 81% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | $69.95 | - | Wireless | 11% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.39%
3 providers - 34.08%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 46845 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 46845 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 99% of those living in the 46845 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 46845 area, and 99.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 46845, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 46845 ZIP code are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 46845 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 99% of the area. Fort Wayne’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 97% of residents in the 46845 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to all households in the 46845 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fort Wayne, $49.16.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to all households in the 46845 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 46845 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fort Wayne, $49.16.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 46845 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 46845 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 Fort Wayne, $49.16.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fort Wayne, $1.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 46845 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fort Wayne's providers, 409 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 46845 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 46845 and the greater Fort Wayne area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fort Wayne at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fort Wayne at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 46845 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Fort Wayne may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Fort Wayne DSL, fiber-optic, and cable internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 46845 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 46845. The next fastest internet provider in the 46845 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 35% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 46845 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fort Wayne, $49.16.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 46845 ZIP code, covering 99% of the city.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
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.
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