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Internet providers in 41701
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 39% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
| Thacker-Grigsby Telephone Company, Inc. | - | - | Cable | 47% |
| Thacker-Grigsby Telephone Company, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 37% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 4.926% |
| Thacker-Grigsby Telephone Company, Inc. | - | - | DSL | 4.560% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?41701 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 41701 ZIP code 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 41701 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 98% 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 52% of those living in the 41701 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 41701 area, and 94.19% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 41701, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 41701
The largest internet providers serving the 41701 ZIP code are Spectrum and Windstream bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to many in the 41701 ZIP code, covering 39% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 94% of the area. Hazard’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers fiber-optic to around 21% of residents in the 41701 ZIP code.
Spectrum 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 41701 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 41701 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hazard, $41.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hazard, $1.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 41701 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hazard's providers, 80 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in the 41701 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Hazard, $41.99.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hazard, $1.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 41701 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hazard's providers, 80 Mbps.
Windstream fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from Windstream offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 41701 ZIP code, covering 21% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Windstream is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 41701 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $75/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Hazard, $41.99.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $7.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hazard, $1.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 41701 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 21% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hazard's providers, 80 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 41701 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 41701 and the greater Hazard area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hazard at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Hazard at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 41701 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 41701 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 41701?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 41701 ZIP code with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 39% of households in 41701. The next fastest internet provider in the 41701 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 94% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 41701?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 41701 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hazard, $41.99.
Is fiber internet available in 41701?
Thacker-Grigsby Telephone Company, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 41701 ZIP code, covering 37% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in 41701 and is available to 21% of households.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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How do I get faster internet?
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.
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