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Need help?Clay Center internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Clay Center 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 Clay Center area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of Clay Center residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 82% of those living in Clay Center.
There are five internet providers serving the Clay Center area, and 99.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Clay Center's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Clay Center
The largest internet providers in Clay Center are AT&T, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Clay Center.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Clay Center residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Clay Center’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Clay Center residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Clay Center covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Clay Center 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Clay Center, $46.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clay Center, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Clay Center. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Clay Center's providers, 16 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Clay Center covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Clay Center 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 Clay Center, $46.66.
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 Clay Center, $1.01.
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 Clay Center. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Clay Center's providers, 16 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Clay Center covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Clay Center 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Clay Center, $46.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clay Center, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Clay Center. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Clay Center's providers, 16 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Clay Center?
Twin Valley Management, Inc. is the fastest internet provider in Clay Center with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Clay Center. The next fastest internet provider in Clay Center is Eagle Communications, Inc., offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 82% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Clay Center?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Clay Center with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Clay Center, $46.66.
Is fiber internet available in Clay Center?
Twin Valley Management, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Clay Center, covering 100% of the city.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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%.
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