Compare 48436 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Gaines – 21 Mbps
MI – 116 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Gaines – 28 Mbps
MI – 29 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gaines.
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Internet providers in 48436
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48436 internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 25 - 0.768 Mbps | DSL | 3.690% |
| Frontier | $54.99 | - | DSL | 88% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300-1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 72% |
Lennon Telephone Company  | $54.00 | 15 - 30 Mbps | Cable | 9.110% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Invisalink Michigan | $48.90 | 100 - 12 Mbps | Wireless | 16% |
*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 Aug 11, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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Broadband availability
1045
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 63.30%
3 providers - 9.11%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 48436 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 48436 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 88% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 72% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Gaines, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 48436 area, and 63.30% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 48436, prices start at $48.9 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Gaines
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Viasat | 28 Mbps | 4 Mbps | Satellite |
| HughesNet | 6 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| Spectrum | 137 Mbps | 6 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gaines.
Top high-speed internet providers in 48436
The largest internet providers serving the 48436 ZIP code are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 48436 ZIP code, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 72% of the area. Gaines’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 48436 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 48436 ZIP code, covering 88% 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 $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Gaines, $56.12.
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 48436 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Gaines's providers, 32 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to most households in the 48436 ZIP code, covering 72% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48436 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Gaines, $56.12.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 1,000 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gaines, $0.70.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 48436 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Gaines's providers, 32 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 48436 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 48436 ZIP 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 Gaines, $56.12.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gaines, $0.70.
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 48436 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Gaines's providers, 32 Mbps.
Internet providers in 48436 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 48436 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 72% of households in 48436. The next fastest internet provider in the 48436 ZIP code is Lennon Telephone Company, offering download speeds up to 30 Mbps to 9.110% of the area.
Invisalink Michigan offers the cheapest internet in the 48436 ZIP with service starting at $48.9/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Gaines, $56.12.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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