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Internet providers in Homer, MI
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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?Homer internet service at a glance
At 91%, broadband coverage in Homer 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 Homer area will have access to cable, which covers 90% of Homer residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 80% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Homer, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Homer area, and 78.81% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Homer's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 110 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Homer
The largest internet providers in Homer are Frontier, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Homer.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to most Homer residents, covering 80% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Homer’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Homer residents.
Frontier DSL internet
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DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Homer covering 80% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Homer 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 Homer, $45.99.
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 Homer, $3.29.
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 Homer. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Homer's providers, 25 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Homer covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Homer 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 Homer, $45.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Homer, $3.29.
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 Homer. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Homer's providers, 25 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Homer covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Homer 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Homer, $45.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Homer, $3.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Homer. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Homer's providers, 25 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Homer?
WOW is the fastest internet provider in Homer with download speeds up to 110 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in Homer. The next fastest internet provider in Homer is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Homer?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Homer with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Homer, $45.99.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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