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Internet providers in Newport, KY
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Newport, KY internet providers
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Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Cincinnati Bell | $34.99 | 5 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 87% |
Cincinnati Bell | $34.99 | 5 - 30 Mbps | DSL | 41% |
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?Newport internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Newport 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 Newport area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Newport residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 66% of those living in Newport.
There are four internet providers serving the Newport area, and 98.74% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Newport's four internet providers, prices start at $34.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Newport
The largest internet providers in Newport are Spectrum and Cincinnati Bell bringing cable, fiber-optic, and DSL options to Newport.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Newport residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Cincinnati Bell, which covers 87% of the area. Newport’s third most-available internet provider, Cincinnati Bell, offers DSL to around 41% of Newport residents.

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 Newport covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Newport 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 Newport, $47.49.
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 Newport, $1.76.
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 Newport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 342 Mbps.
Cincinnati Bell fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Cincinnati Bell offers broadband to nearly all households in Newport covering 87% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Cincinnati Bell is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Newport than other internet types.
Internet prices for Cincinnati Bell start at $34.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $47.49.
Cincinnati Bell customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $7.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $1.76.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cincinnati Bell offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 250 Mbps in Newport. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 342 Mbps.
Cincinnati Bell 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 Cincinnati Bell offers broadband to about half of households in Newport covering 41% of the area.
DSL internet from Cincinnati Bell uses telephone lines in Newport 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 Cincinnati Bell start at $34.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $47.49.
Cincinnati Bell customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $7.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $1.76.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cincinnati Bell offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Newport. These download speeds are available to 41% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 342 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Newport, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Newport, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Newport and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newport at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Newport at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Newport 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 Newport?
Cincinnati Bell is the fastest internet provider in Newport with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 87% of households in Newport. The next fastest internet provider in Newport is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Newport?
Cincinnati Bell offers the cheapest internet in Newport with plans starting at $34.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $47.49.
Is fiber internet available in Newport?
Cincinnati Bell is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Newport, covering 87% of the city.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
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.