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Internet providers in 46738
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| City of Auburn | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.973% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Mercury Wireless | $39.95 | 3 - 7 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 88% |
*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?46738 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 46738 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 46738 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.970% of those living in the 46738 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 46738 area, and 89.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 46738, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 46738
The largest internet providers serving the 46738 ZIP code are Frontier, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 46738 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 98% of the area. Garrett’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 46738 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 46738 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 Garrett, $41.58.
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 Garrett, $1.98.
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 46738 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Garrett's providers, 216 Mbps.
Mediacom 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 Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 46738 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 46738 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Garrett, $41.58.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Garrett, $1.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 46738 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Garrett's providers, 216 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 46738 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 46738 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 Garrett, $41.58.
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 Garrett, $1.98.
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 46738 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Garrett's providers, 216 Mbps.
Internet providers in 46738 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 46738?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 46738 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 46738. The next fastest internet provider in the 46738 ZIP code is City of Auburn, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 2.973% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 46738?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 46738 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Garrett, $41.58.
Is fiber internet available in 46738?
City of Auburn is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 46738 ZIP code, covering 2.973% of the city.
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.
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.
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%.
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