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Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.470% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.900% |
| Community Telephone Company | $39.95 | 40 - 80 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.96%
2 providers - 94.99%
3 providers - 4.90%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Monticello 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 Monticello area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Monticello residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 70% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 62% of those living in Monticello.
There are six internet providers serving the Monticello area, and 94.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Monticello's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Monticello are Community Telephone Company, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Monticello.
Cable internet from Community Telephone Company is available to nearly all Monticello residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Monticello’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Monticello 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.
Cable from Community Telephone Company offers broadband to nearly all households in Monticello covering 95% of the area.
Community Telephone Company’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Monticello residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Community Telephone Company start at $39.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Monticello, $48.73.
Community Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 40 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monticello, $1.11.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Community Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Monticello. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monticello's providers, 266 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 Monticello covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Monticello 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Monticello, $48.73.
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 Monticello, $1.11.
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 Monticello. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monticello's providers, 266 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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in Monticello covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Monticello 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 $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Monticello, $48.73.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monticello, $1.11.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Monticello. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monticello's providers, 266 Mbps.
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Monticello with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Monticello. The next fastest internet provider in Monticello is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 1.470% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Monticello with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monticello, $48.73.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Monticello, covering 1.470% of the city.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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