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Internet providers in Covington, LA
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Covington, LA 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.
Need help?Covington internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Covington is slightly higher than the rest of Louisiana - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Covington area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Covington residents. Cable 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 11% of those living in Covington.
There are five internet providers serving the Covington area, and 98.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Covington's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Covington
The largest internet providers in Covington are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Covington.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Covington residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 98% of the area. Covington’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Covington residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Covington covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Covington 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 Covington, $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 Covington, $0.63.
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 Covington. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Covington's providers, 353 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 nearly all households in Covington covering 98% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Covington 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 Covington, $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 Covington, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Covington. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Covington's providers, 353 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Covington covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Covington 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 Covington, $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 Covington, $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 Covington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Covington's providers, 353 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Covington?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Covington with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 7.191% of households in Covington. The next fastest internet provider in Covington is Hunt Telecom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.128% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Covington?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Covington with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Covington, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Covington?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Covington, covering 7.191% of the city. Hunt Telecom also offers fiber internet in Covington and is available to 3.959% of households.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Should I use my own router?
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.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
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.
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