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Internet providers in Bangor, ME
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Bangor, ME internet providers
| Provider | ||||
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Cornerstone Communications | - | - | DSL | 92% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 38% |
| Great Works Internet | - | - | DSL | 36% |
| Otelco | $54.95 | 25 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 15% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 1.002% |
| Premium Choice Broadband | $39.95 | 25 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 0.242% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Redzone Wireless | $40.00 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| AiroComm | $44.95 | 5 - 35 Mbps | Wireless | 5.793% |
| Premium Choice Broadband | $39.95 | 25 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 5.302% |
*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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Bangor internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
33039
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.99%
2 providers - 98.56%
3 providers - 92.11%
4+ providers - 60.09%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bangor is comparable to the rest of Maine - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bangor area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Bangor residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 38% of those living in Bangor.
There are 11 internet providers serving the Bangor area, and 98.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bangor's 11 internet providers, prices start at $34.95 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Bangor
The largest internet providers in Bangor are Spectrum, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and Otelco bringing cable and DSL options to Bangor.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Bangor residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 98% of the area. Bangor’s third most-available internet provider, Otelco, offers DSL to around 15% of Bangor 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Bangor covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bangor 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 Bangor, $46.22.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bangor, $0.94.
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 Bangor. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Bangor's providers, 39 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in Bangor covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Bangor 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $34.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Bangor, $46.22.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.46 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bangor, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Bangor. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bangor's providers, 39 Mbps.
Otelco 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Otelco offers broadband to a limited number of households in Bangor covering 15% of the area.
DSL internet from Otelco uses telephone lines in Bangor 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 Otelco start at $54.95/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bangor, $46.22.
Otelco customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.20 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bangor, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Otelco offers download speeds up to 40 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Bangor. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bangor's providers, 39 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Bangor, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bangor, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bangor and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bangor at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Bangor at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bangor residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Bangor may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Bangor cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Bangor?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Bangor with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Bangor. The next fastest internet provider in Bangor is Oxford County Telephone Company, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 38% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Bangor?
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in Bangor with plans starting at $34.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bangor, $46.22.
Is fiber internet available in Bangor?
Oxford County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Bangor, covering 38% of the city.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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.
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