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Internet providers in Houlton, ME
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Houlton, ME internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $34.95 | 24 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Pioneer Broadband | $50.00 | - | Fiber-optic | 95% |
| Pioneer Broadband | $50.00 | - | DSL | 46% |
| Great Works Internet | - | - | DSL | 23% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.424% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?Houlton internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4856
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.94%
3 providers - 97.88%
4+ providers - 23.45%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Houlton 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 Houlton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Houlton 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 95% of those living in Houlton.
There are seven internet providers serving the Houlton area, and 98.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Houlton's seven internet providers, prices start at $34.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Houlton
The largest internet providers in Houlton are Spectrum, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and Pioneer Broadband bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Houlton.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Houlton residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 99% of the area. Houlton’s third most-available internet provider, Pioneer Broadband, offers fiber-optic to around 95% of Houlton 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Houlton covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Houlton 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 Houlton, $47.99.
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 Houlton, $0.74.
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 Houlton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Houlton's providers, 45 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to all households in Houlton covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Houlton 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 Houlton, $47.99.
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 Houlton, $0.74.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Houlton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Houlton's providers, 45 Mbps.
Pioneer Broadband fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Pioneer Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in Houlton covering 95% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Pioneer Broadband is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Houlton than other internet types.
Internet prices for Pioneer Broadband start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Houlton, $47.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Pioneer Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Houlton. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houlton's providers, 45 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Houlton, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Houlton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Houlton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Houlton at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Houlton at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Houlton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Houlton?
Pioneer Broadband is the fastest internet provider in Houlton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in Houlton. The next fastest internet provider in Houlton is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Houlton?
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in Houlton with plans starting at $34.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houlton, $47.99.
Is fiber internet available in Houlton?
Pioneer Broadband is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Houlton, covering 95% of the city. Oxford County Telephone Company also offers fiber internet in Houlton and is available to 2.424% of households.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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.
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.
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