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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
King Street Wireless  | - | - | Wireless | 72% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.82%
2 providers - 99.59%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Benton Harbor is comparable to the rest of Michigan - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Benton Harbor area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Benton Harbor residents. 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 7.340% of those living in Benton Harbor.
There are five internet providers serving the Benton Harbor area, and 99.59% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Benton Harbor's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 186 Mbps | 21 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 61 Mbps | 43 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 0 Mbps | 0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Benton Harbor.
The largest internet providers in Benton Harbor are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Benton Harbor.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Benton Harbor residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Benton Harbor’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Benton Harbor residents.
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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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Benton Harbor covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Benton Harbor 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Benton Harbor, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benton Harbor, $2.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Benton Harbor. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benton Harbor's providers, 278 Mbps.
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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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Benton Harbor covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Benton Harbor residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Benton Harbor, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benton Harbor, $2.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Benton Harbor. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benton Harbor's providers, 278 Mbps.
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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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Benton Harbor covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Benton Harbor 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 Benton Harbor, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benton Harbor, $2.29.
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 Benton Harbor. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Benton Harbor's providers, 278 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Benton Harbor with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Benton Harbor. The next fastest internet provider in Benton Harbor is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Benton Harbor with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Benton Harbor, $54.99.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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