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Internet providers in 48118
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?48118 internet service at a glance
At 86%, broadband coverage in the 48118 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of Michigan - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 48118 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 83% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 77% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Chelsea, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 48118 area, and 74.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 48118, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 48118
The largest internet providers serving the 48118 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Spectrum bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 48118 ZIP code, covering 83% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 63% of the area. Chelsea’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 14% of residents in the 48118 ZIP code.
AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 48118 ZIP code, covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chelsea, $43.33.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chelsea, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 48118 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Chelsea's providers, 95 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 48118 ZIP code, covering 63% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48118 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 Chelsea, $43.33.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chelsea, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 48118 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 63% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Chelsea's providers, 95 Mbps.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 48118 ZIP code, covering 14% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48118 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 Chelsea, $43.33.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chelsea, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 48118 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 14% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chelsea's providers, 95 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 48118 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 48118 and the greater Chelsea area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chelsea at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Chelsea at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 48118 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 Chelsea may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 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 Chelsea DSL and cable internet providers.
Internet providers in 48118 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 48118?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 48118 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 14% of households in 48118. The next fastest internet provider in the 48118 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 63% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 48118?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 48118 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chelsea, $43.33.
Why is my internet slow today?
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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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