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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Farmington internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
10372
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 98.73%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Farmington 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 Farmington area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Farmington residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Farmington, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Farmington area, and 98.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Farmington's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Farmington
The largest internet providers in Farmington are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Farmington.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Farmington residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Farmington’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Farmington residents.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Farmington covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Farmington 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 Farmington, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Farmington, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Farmington. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Farmington's providers, 106 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Farmington covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Farmington 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 Farmington, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Farmington, $0.75.
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 Farmington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Farmington's providers, 106 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Farmington covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Farmington 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 Farmington, $46.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Farmington, $0.75.
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 Farmington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Farmington's providers, 106 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Farmington?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Farmington with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Farmington. The next fastest internet provider in Farmington is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Farmington?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Farmington with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Farmington, $46.25.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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 get cheaper internet?
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.
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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