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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| VVD Funding LLC | - | - | Wireless | 9.030% |
| Redzone Wireless | $40 | - | Wireless | 7.090% |
*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?Bucksport internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bucksport 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 Bucksport area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Bucksport residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Bucksport, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Bucksport area, and 99.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bucksport's six internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Bucksport
The largest internet providers in Bucksport are Spectrum, Consolidated Communications, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Bucksport.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Bucksport residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Consolidated Communications, which covers 100% of the area. Bucksport’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Bucksport 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Bucksport covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bucksport 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 Bucksport, $44.00.
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 Bucksport, $1.63.
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 Bucksport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Bucksport's providers, 44 Mbps.
Consolidated Communications 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Consolidated Communications offers broadband to all households in Bucksport covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications uses telephone lines in Bucksport 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 Consolidated Communications start at $25/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Bucksport, $44.00.
Consolidated Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bucksport, $1.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Bucksport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bucksport's providers, 44 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Bucksport covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Bucksport 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 Bucksport, $44.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bucksport, $1.63.
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 Bucksport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bucksport's providers, 44 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Bucksport?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Bucksport with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Bucksport. The next fastest internet provider in Bucksport is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Bucksport?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Bucksport with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bucksport, $44.00.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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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