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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Pixius Communications  | $55.00 | 5 - 40 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Valnet Telecommunications | - | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.71%
2 providers - 96.25%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Fort Scott residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 56% of those living in Fort Scott.
There are six internet providers serving the Fort Scott area, and 96.25% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fort Scott's six internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Fort Scott are AT&T, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Fort Scott.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Fort Scott residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Fort Scott’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Fort Scott 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Fort Scott covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Fort Scott 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fort Scott, $57.00.
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 Fort Scott, $0.81.
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 0.768 Mbps in Fort Scott. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fort Scott's providers, 24 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Fort Scott covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fort Scott residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Fort Scott, $57.00.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fort Scott, $0.81.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Fort Scott. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fort Scott's providers, 24 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Fort Scott covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Fort Scott 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Fort Scott, $57.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fort Scott, $0.81.
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 Fort Scott. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Fort Scott's providers, 24 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Fort Scott with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Fort Scott. The next fastest internet provider in Fort Scott is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Fort Scott with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fort Scott, $57.00.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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