Compare 04101 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Portland – 68 Mbps
ME – 76 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Portland – 6 Mbps
ME – 12 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Portland.
Internet providers in 04101
04101 internet providers
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| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 91% |
| Great Works Internet | - | - | DSL | 61% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 23% |
| Otelco | $59.95 | - | DSL | 2.750% |
| Oxford County Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 1.580% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Redzone Wireless | $55.00 | - | Wireless | 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 Sep 23, 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?04101 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 04101 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 04101 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 16% of those living in the 04101 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 04101 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 04101, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Portland
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | 113 Mbps | 74 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 93 Mbps | 10 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Portland.
Top high-speed internet providers in 04101
The largest internet providers serving the 04101 ZIP code are Spectrum, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 04101 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 91% of the area. Portland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 04101 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 Sep 23, 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 all households in the 04101 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 04101 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $56.97.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 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 Portland, $0.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 04101 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 40 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 Sep 23, 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 04101 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 Portland, $56.97.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 04101 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 40 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Sep 23, 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
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 04101 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 04101 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $56.97.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $0.47.
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 04101 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 40 Mbps.
Internet providers in 04101 frequently asked questions
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in the 04101 ZIP code with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in 04101. The next fastest internet provider in the 04101 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in the 04101 ZIP with service starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $56.97.
Oxford County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 04101 ZIP code, covering 23% of the city.
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.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
*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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