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Internet providers in Portland, IN

Portland, IN internet providers

Provider
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable99%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL66%
Benton Ridge Telephone - 0.768 - 50 MbpsFiber-optic100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Portland internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Portland 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 Portland area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Portland residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 83% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 31% of those living in Portland.

There are five internet providers serving the Portland area, and 99.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Portland's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Portland

The largest internet providers in Portland are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Portland.

Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Portland residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 66% of the area. Portland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Portland residents.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

99%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Portland covering 99% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Portland 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 Portland, $53.74.

Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $2.24.

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 Portland. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 276 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

66%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Portland covering 66% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Portland 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Portland, $53.74.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $2.24.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Portland. These download speeds are available to 66% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 276 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Portland covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Portland 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $53.74.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $2.24.

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 Portland. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 276 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Portland with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Portland. The next fastest internet provider in Portland is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 66% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Portland with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $53.74.

Benton Ridge Telephone is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Portland, covering 100% of the city.

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.

Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.

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.