| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 30% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 79% |
Clear Rate Communications  | - | 1 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 22% |
| Clear Rate Communications | - | 1 - 40 Mbps | Wired | 22% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 92.45%
3 providers - 81.42%
4+ providers - 19.92%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 48220 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 48220 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 95% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 78% of those living in the 48220 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 48220 area, and 92.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 48220, 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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| AT&T | 72 Mbps | 27 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 160 Mbps | 21 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ferndale.
The largest internet providers serving the 48220 ZIP code are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 48220 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 30% of the area. Ferndale’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 48220 ZIP code.
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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 nearly all households in the 48220 ZIP code, covering 91% 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $49.99.
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 Ferndale, $0.82.
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 48220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ferndale's providers, 542 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 48220 ZIP code, covering 30% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 48220 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $49.99.
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 Ferndale, $0.82.
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 1,000 Mbps in 48220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 30% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ferndale's providers, 542 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 the 48220 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48220 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 Ferndale, $49.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ferndale, $0.82.
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 48220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ferndale's providers, 542 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 48220 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 48220 and the greater Ferndale area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ferndale at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ferndale at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 48220 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 48220 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in 48220. The next fastest internet provider in the 48220 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 30% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 48220 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $49.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 48220 ZIP code, covering 30% of the city.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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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