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Internet providers in Hillview, KY
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Hillview, KY internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 21% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 1.146% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 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?Hillview internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hillview 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 Hillview area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Hillview residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 18% of those living in Hillview.
There are six internet providers serving the Hillview area, and 98.60% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hillview's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Hillview
The largest internet providers in Hillview are AT&T, Spectrum, and Windstream bringing DSL and cable options to Hillview.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to many Hillview residents, covering 21% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Hillview’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers DSL to around 97% of Hillview residents.
AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in Hillview covering 21% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Hillview 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Hillview, $39.16.
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 Hillview, $0.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Hillview. These download speeds are available to 21% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Hillview's providers, 269 Mbps.
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 all households in Hillview covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hillview residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Hillview, $39.16.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hillview, $0.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Hillview. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hillview's providers, 269 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 Hillview covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Hillview 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 Hillview, $39.16.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hillview, $0.85.
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 Hillview. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Hillview's providers, 269 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Hillview, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Hillview, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Hillview and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hillview at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hillview at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Hillview residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Hillview?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Hillview with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.146% of households in Hillview. The next fastest internet provider in Hillview is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Hillview?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Hillview with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hillview, $39.16.
Is fiber internet available in Hillview?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hillview, covering 18% of the city.
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.
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 Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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