Compare 04736 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Caribou – 96 Mbps
ME – 76 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Caribou – 18 Mbps
ME – 12 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Caribou.
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Internet providers in 04736
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04736 internet providers
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| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300-1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 98% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 91% |
| Pioneer Broadband | $59.95 | 24 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 37% |
| Great Works Internet | - | - | DSL | 19% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.670% |
| Pioneer Broadband | $59.95 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.930% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 0.500% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Aroostook Technologies | $39.95 | 5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 9.580% |
*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 Aug 11, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
Need help?04736 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6218
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.57%
2 providers - 91.39%
3 providers - 41.64%
4+ providers - 15.06%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 04736 ZIP code 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 04736 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.600% of those living in the 04736 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 04736 area, and 91.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 04736, prices start at $39.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Caribou
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Pioneer Broadband | 103 Mbps | 58 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | 97 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 12 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | 13 Mbps | 4 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Caribou.
Top high-speed internet providers in 04736
The largest internet providers serving the 04736 ZIP code are Spectrum, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and Pioneer Broadband bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 04736 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 91% of the area. Caribou’s third most-available internet provider, Pioneer Broadband, offers DSL to around 37% of residents in the 04736 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 04736 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 04736 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 1,000 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Caribou, $0.54.
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 04736 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Caribou's providers, 290 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in the 04736 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines 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 $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.
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 04736 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Caribou's providers, 290 Mbps.
Pioneer Broadband DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Pioneer Broadband offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 04736 ZIP code, covering 37% of the area.
DSL internet from Pioneer Broadband uses telephone lines 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 Pioneer Broadband start at $59.95/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.
Pioneer Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Caribou, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Pioneer Broadband offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 04736 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 37% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Caribou's providers, 290 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 04736 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet offers 100% availability in Caribou and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Caribou at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 04736 ZIP, 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 Caribou may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 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 Caribou cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 04736 frequently asked questions
Pioneer Broadband is the fastest internet provider in the 04736 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.930% of households in 04736. The next fastest internet provider in the 04736 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in the 04736 ZIP with service starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.
Oxford County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 04736 ZIP code, covering 1.670% of the city. Pioneer Broadband also offers fiber internet in 04736 and is available to 0.930% of households.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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