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Internet providers in 46173
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46173 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 84% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 76% |
NineStar Communications  | $98.29 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 12% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone | $29.99 | 0.768 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | $49.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
| Enhanced Telecommunications | $49.95 | 10 - 4 Mbps | Wireless | 1.953% |
*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?46173 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4499
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 85.77%
2 providers - 73.79%
3 providers - 11.51%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 86%, broadband coverage in the 46173 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 46173 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 84% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 76% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in the 46173 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 46173 area, and 73.79% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 46173, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 46173
The largest internet providers serving the 46173 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and NineStar Communications bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to most in the 46173 ZIP code, covering 84% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 76% of the area. Rushville’s third most-available internet provider, NineStar Communications, offers fiber-optic to around 12% of residents in the 46173 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 46173 ZIP code, covering 84% 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 Rushville, $49.52.
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 Rushville, $3.54.
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 46173 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rushville's providers, 260 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 46173 ZIP code, covering 76% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 46173 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 Rushville, $49.52.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rushville, $3.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 46173 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rushville's providers, 260 Mbps.
NineStar Communications fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from NineStar Communications offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 46173 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from NineStar Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 46173 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for NineStar Communications start at $98.29/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Rushville, $49.52.
NineStar Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.93 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rushville, $3.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, NineStar Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 46173 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rushville's providers, 260 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 46173 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 46173 and the greater Rushville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rushville at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Rushville at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 46173 ZIP, 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 Rushville may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 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 Rushville DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 46173 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 46173?
NineStar Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 46173 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 12% of households in 46173. The next fastest internet provider in the 46173 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 76% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 46173?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 46173 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rushville, $49.52.
Is fiber internet available in 46173?
NineStar Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 46173 ZIP code, covering 12% of the city.
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