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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.864% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 90% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Midwest Telecom of America  | $49.95 | 10 - 40 Mbps | Wireless | 82% |
*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 - 99.32%
2 providers - 99.16%
3 providers - 89.92%
4+ providers - 0.53%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Hammond 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 Hammond area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Hammond residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 37% of those living in Hammond.
There are six internet providers serving the Hammond area, and 99.16% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hammond's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Hammond are AT&T, Xfinity, and WOW! bringing DSL and cable options to Hammond.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Hammond residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Hammond’s third most-available internet provider, WOW!, offers cable to around 90% of Hammond residents.
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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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Hammond covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Hammond 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Hammond, $49.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hammond, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Hammond. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hammond's providers, 455 Mbps.
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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 all households in Hammond covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hammond 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 Hammond, $49.99.
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 Hammond, $0.94.
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 Hammond. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hammond's providers, 455 Mbps.
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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 WOW! offers broadband to nearly all households in Hammond covering 90% of the area.
WOW!’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hammond residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for WOW! start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Hammond, $49.99.
WOW! customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.15 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hammond, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, WOW! offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Hammond. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hammond's providers, 455 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Hammond, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Hammond, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Hammond and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hammond at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hammond at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Hammond residents, 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 Hammond 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 Hammond cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Hammond with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Hammond. The next fastest internet provider in Hammond is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 7.864% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Hammond with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hammond, $49.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hammond, covering 7.864% of the city.
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.
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.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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