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Internet providers in Vidalia, LA
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Sparklight | $45.00 | 100 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
C Spire  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 4.475% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.939% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Wireless | 1.160% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Vidalia internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4143
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.51%
2 providers - 98.45%
3 providers - 5.41%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Vidalia is comparable to the rest of Louisiana - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Vidalia area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Vidalia 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 5.410% of those living in Vidalia.
There are six internet providers serving the Vidalia area, and 98.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Vidalia's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Vidalia
The largest internet providers in Vidalia are AT&T, Sparklight, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Vidalia.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Vidalia residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 98% of the area. Vidalia’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Vidalia residents.
AT&T 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Vidalia covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Vidalia 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 Vidalia, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Vidalia, $1.25.
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 Vidalia. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Vidalia's providers, 64 Mbps.
Sparklight 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to nearly all households in Vidalia covering 98% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Vidalia residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Vidalia, $46.25.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.45 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Vidalia, $1.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Vidalia. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Vidalia's providers, 64 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Vidalia covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Vidalia 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 Vidalia, $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 Vidalia, $1.25.
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 Vidalia. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Vidalia's providers, 64 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Vidalia?
C Spire is the fastest internet provider in Vidalia with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.475% of households in Vidalia. The next fastest internet provider in Vidalia is Sparklight, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Vidalia?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Vidalia with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Vidalia, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Vidalia?
C Spire is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Vidalia, covering 4.475% of the city. Hunt Telecommunications also offers fiber internet in Vidalia and is available to 0.939% 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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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