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Newport, KY internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **

(wireless speeds may vary)

Cable100%
Altafiber $39.99 250 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic87%
Altafiber $39.99 250 - 1,000 MbpsDSL41%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.

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Newport internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Spectrum

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    15267

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100.00%

    2 providers - 98.74%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 98%

    Fiber - 90%

    Source: FCC

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. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% 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 $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Newport

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Spectrum 139 Mbps 23 Mbps Cable

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Newport.

Compare Newport internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Newport – 139 Mbps

    KY – 105 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Newport – 28 Mbps

    KY – 41 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Newport.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Newport

The largest internet providers in Newport are Spectrum and Altafiber 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 Altafiber, which covers 87% of the area. Newport’s third most-available internet provider, Altafiber, offers DSL to around 41% of Newport residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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 $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $56.24.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $0.27.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Newport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 342 Mbps.

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Altafiber fiber-optic internet

Provider
Altafiber
Starting price*
$39.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

250 Mbps

Average availability

87%

*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.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

Fiber-optic from Altafiber offers broadband to nearly all households in Newport covering 87% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from Altafiber 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 Altafiber start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $56.24.

Altafiber customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 250 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.16 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $0.27.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Altafiber 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.

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Altafiber DSL internet

Provider
Altafiber
Starting price*
$39.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

41%

*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.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

DSL from Altafiber offers broadband to about half of households in Newport covering 41% of the area.

DSL internet from Altafiber 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 Altafiber start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $56.24.

Altafiber customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 250 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.16 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $0.27.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Altafiber offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Newport. These download speeds are available to 41% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 342 Mbps.

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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 higher than average in Newport at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newport at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 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

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Newport with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Newport. The next fastest internet provider in Newport is Altafiber, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 87% of the area.

Altafiber offers the cheapest internet in Newport with plans starting at $39.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $56.24.

Altafiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Newport, covering 87% of the city.

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.

No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.

*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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