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Internet providers in 49047
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49047 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 75% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 56% |
Sister Lakes Cable  | $49.99 | 25 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 38% |
| Midwest Energy & Communications | $49.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 14% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?49047 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
7477
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.85%
2 providers - 75.45%
3 providers - 13.38%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 95%, broadband coverage in the 49047 ZIP code 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 49047 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 90% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 75% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 14% of those living in the 49047 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 49047 area, and 75.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 49047, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 49047
The largest internet providers serving the 49047 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and Sister Lakes Cable bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to most in the 49047 ZIP code, covering 75% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 56% of the area. Dowagiac’s third most-available internet provider, Sister Lakes Cable, offers cable to around 38% of residents in the 49047 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to most households in the 49047 ZIP code, covering 75% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Dowagiac, $44.65.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Dowagiac, $2.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 49047 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Dowagiac's providers, 352 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to about half of households in the 49047 ZIP code, covering 56% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 49047 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 Dowagiac, $44.65.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Dowagiac, $2.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 49047 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dowagiac's providers, 352 Mbps.
Sister Lakes Cable cable internet
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Cable from Sister Lakes Cable offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 49047 ZIP code, covering 38% of the area.
Sister Lakes Cable’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 49047 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sister Lakes Cable start at $49.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Dowagiac, $44.65.
Sister Lakes Cable customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 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 Dowagiac, $2.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sister Lakes Cable offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 49047 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 38% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Dowagiac's providers, 352 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 49047 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 49047 and the greater Dowagiac area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Dowagiac at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Dowagiac at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 49047 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 49047 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 49047?
Midwest Energy & Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 49047 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 14% of households in 49047. The next fastest internet provider in the 49047 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 56% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 49047?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 49047 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Dowagiac, $44.65.
Is fiber internet available in 49047?
Midwest Energy & Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 49047 ZIP code, covering 14% of the city.
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.
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%.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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