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Internet providers in 46738
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46738 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
Auburn Essential Services  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.973% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Mercury Wireless Indiana . | $39.95 | - | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?46738 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3842
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.68%
2 providers - 89.27%
3 providers - 2.97%
4+ providers - 0.52%
Source: FCC
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 Feb 22, 2021.
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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Garrett, $1.60.
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, 269 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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, $1.60.
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, 269 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, $1.60.
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, 269 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 Auburn Essential Services, 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?
Auburn Essential Services is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 46738 ZIP code, covering 2.973% of the city.
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.
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
