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Internet providers in Winchester, KY
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Winchester, KY internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
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At 100%, broadband coverage in Winchester 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 Winchester area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Winchester 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 4.720% of those living in Winchester.
There are four internet providers serving the Winchester area, and 98.09% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Winchester's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Winchester
The largest internet providers in Winchester are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Winchester.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Winchester residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Winchester’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Winchester residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Winchester covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Winchester 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Winchester, $46.25.
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 Winchester, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Winchester. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Winchester's providers, 292 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 Winchester covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Winchester 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 Winchester, $46.25.
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 Winchester, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Winchester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Winchester's providers, 292 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Winchester covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Winchester 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Winchester, $46.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Winchester, $0.63.
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 Winchester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Winchester's providers, 292 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Winchester?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Winchester with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.724% of households in Winchester. The next fastest internet provider in Winchester is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Winchester?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Winchester with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Winchester, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Winchester?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Winchester, covering 4.724% of the city.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
What internet speeds do I get?
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.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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