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Internet providers in Madison, ME
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Madison, ME internet providers
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| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Bee Line, Inc. | - | - | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Madison internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Madison 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 Madison area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Madison residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Madison, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Madison area, and 98.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Madison's four internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 25 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Madison
The largest internet providers in Madison are Consolidated Communications, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Madison.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications is available to nearly all Madison residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Madison’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Madison residents.
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 Madison covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications uses telephone lines in Madison 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 Madison, $45.00.
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 Madison, $2.81.
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 Madison. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Madison's providers, 25 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 Madison covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Madison 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 Madison, $45.00.
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 Madison, $2.81.
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 Madison. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Madison's providers, 25 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Madison covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Madison 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Madison, $45.00.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Madison, $2.81.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Madison. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Madison's providers, 25 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Madison?
HughesNet is the fastest internet provider in Madison with download speeds up to 25 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Madison. The next fastest internet provider in Madison is Consolidated Communications, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Madison?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Madison with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Madison, $45.00.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
What are my internet options?
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.
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.
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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