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Internet providers in 66006
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66006 internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 6 Mbps | DSL | 5.812% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 77% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 72% |
| Midcontinent Communications | $49.95 | 10 - 110 Mbps | Cable | 2.241% |
| Google Fiber | $70.00 | 1,000 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.681% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Mercury Wireless Indiana . | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| KwiKom Communications | $55.00 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Pixius Communications | $55.00 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Kansas Broadband Internet | $44.99 | - | Wireless | 7.493% |
*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?66006 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3508
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.55%
2 providers - 61.48%
3 providers - 2.17%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 66006 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Kansas - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 66006 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 84% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 75% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.680% of those living in the 66006 ZIP code.
There are 11 internet providers serving the 66006 area, and 61.48% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 11 internet providers in 66006, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 66006
The largest internet providers serving the 66006 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 66006 ZIP code, covering 77% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 72% of the area. Baldwin City’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 66006 ZIP code.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 66006 ZIP code, covering 77% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Baldwin City, $48.17.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baldwin City, $0.38.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 40 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 66006 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Baldwin City's providers, 248 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 most households in the 66006 ZIP code, covering 72% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 66006 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 Baldwin City, $48.17.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baldwin City, $0.38.
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 66006 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Baldwin City's providers, 248 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 66006 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 66006 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 Baldwin City, $48.17.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baldwin City, $0.38.
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 66006 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Baldwin City's providers, 248 Mbps.
Internet providers in 66006 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 66006?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 66006 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 72% of households in 66006. The next fastest internet provider in the 66006 ZIP code is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.681% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 66006?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 66006 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Baldwin City, $48.17.
Is fiber internet available in 66006?
Google Fiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 66006 ZIP code, covering 1.681% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
