Compare Glasgow internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Glasgow – 80 Mbps
KY – 105 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Glasgow – 45 Mbps
KY – 41 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Glasgow.
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Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 82% |
Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.697% |
Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 17% |
South Central Telcom | $60.00 | 8 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
Glasgow Electric Plant Board | $35.00 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 67% |
South Central Telcom | $60.00 | 8 - 15 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 34% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Bluegrass Cellular | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.14%
2 providers - 88.93%
3 providers - 61.69%
4+ providers - 8.13%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Glasgow is comparable to the rest of Kentucky - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Glasgow area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Glasgow residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 39% of those living in Glasgow.
There are seven internet providers serving the Glasgow area, and 88.93% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Glasgow's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Windstream | 135 Mbps | 72 Mbps | DSL |
Glasgow Electric Plant Board | 57 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Glasgow.
The largest internet providers in Glasgow are Mediacom, South Central Telcom , and Glasgow Electric Plant Board bringing cable and DSL options to Glasgow.
Cable internet from Mediacom is available to many Glasgow residents, covering 17% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from South Central Telcom , which covers 83% of the area. Glasgow’s third most-available internet provider, Glasgow Electric Plant Board, offers cable to around 67% of Glasgow 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to a limited number of households in Glasgow covering 17% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Glasgow residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Glasgow, $47.49.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Glasgow, $1.32.
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 Glasgow. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Glasgow's providers, 418 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from South Central Telcom offers broadband to nearly all households in Glasgow covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from South Central Telcom uses telephone lines in Glasgow 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 South Central Telcom start at $60/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Glasgow, $47.49.
South Central Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 8 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $7.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Glasgow, $1.32.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, South Central Telcom offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Glasgow. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Glasgow's providers, 418 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Glasgow Electric Plant Board offers broadband to most households in Glasgow covering 67% of the area.
Glasgow Electric Plant Board’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Glasgow residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Glasgow Electric Plant Board start at $35/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Glasgow, $47.49.
Glasgow Electric Plant Board customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Glasgow, $1.32.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Glasgow Electric Plant Board offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Glasgow. These download speeds are available to 67% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Glasgow's providers, 418 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Glasgow, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Glasgow, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Glasgow and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Glasgow at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Glasgow at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Glasgow residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Glasgow with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 82% of households in Glasgow. The next fastest internet provider in Glasgow is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 1.697% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Glasgow with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Glasgow, $47.49.
South Central Telcom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Glasgow, covering 34% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in Glasgow and is available to 1.697% of households.
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.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.