| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 3.077% |
Metronet  | $39.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| New Lisbon Telephone | $52.00 | 5 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.644% |
| New Lisbon Telephone | $52.00 | 5 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 0.444% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| New Lisbon Telephone | $52.00 | 5 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 22% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 99.36%
3 providers - 96.92%
4+ providers - 7.44%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in New Castle 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 New Castle area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of New Castle residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 89% of those living in New Castle.
There are seven internet providers serving the New Castle area, and 99.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among New Castle's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 97 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 111 Mbps | 84 Mbps | DSL |
| Metronet | 91 Mbps | 63 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in New Castle.
The largest internet providers in New Castle are AT&T, Xfinity, and Metronet bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to New Castle.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all New Castle residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. New Castle’s third most-available internet provider, Metronet, offers fiber-optic to around 100% of New Castle 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in New Castle covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in New Castle 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 New Castle, $47.42.
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 New Castle, $1.05.
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 New Castle. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Castle's providers, 591 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in New Castle covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but New Castle 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 New Castle, $47.42.
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 New Castle, $1.05.
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 New Castle. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Castle's providers, 591 Mbps.
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Fiber-optic from Metronet offers broadband to all households in New Castle covering 100% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Metronet is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout New Castle than other internet types.
Internet prices for Metronet start at $39.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in New Castle, $47.42.
Metronet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in New Castle, $1.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Metronet offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in New Castle. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Castle's providers, 591 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of New Castle, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, DSL, and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside New Castle, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in New Castle and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in New Castle at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in New Castle at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many New Castle 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 New Castle 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 New Castle fiber-optic, DSL, and cable internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in New Castle with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in New Castle. The next fastest internet provider in New Castle is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in New Castle with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in New Castle, $47.42.
Metronet is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in New Castle, covering 100% of the city. New Lisbon Telephone also offers fiber internet in New Castle and is available to 3.644% of households.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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