| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 71% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 12% |
| WOW! | $29.99 | 200 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 61% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| DMCI Broadband | $45.90 | 1.5 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 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 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 82.55%
2 providers - 61.80%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 94%, broadband coverage in the 49245 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 49245 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 94% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 62% 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 six internet providers serving the 49245 area, and 61.80% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 49245, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,200 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 49245 ZIP code are Frontier, CenturyLink, and WOW! bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to most in the 49245 ZIP code, covering 71% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 12% of the area. Homer’s third most-available internet provider, WOW!, offers cable to around 61% of residents in the 49245 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to most households in the 49245 ZIP code, covering 71% 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Homer, $51.99.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 49245 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Homer, $51.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Homer, $1.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 49245 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Homer's providers, 37 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from WOW! offers broadband to most households in the 49245 ZIP code, covering 61% of the area.
WOW!’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 49245 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for WOW! start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Homer, $51.99.
WOW! customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.15 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Homer, $1.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, WOW! offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 49245 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 61% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Homer's providers, 37 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 49245 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 49245 and the greater Homer area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Homer at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Homer at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 49245 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Homer may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Homer DSL and cable internet providers.
WOW! is the fastest internet provider in the 49245 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 61% of households in 49245. The next fastest internet provider in the 49245 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 12% of the area.
WOW! offers the cheapest internet in the 49245 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Homer, $51.99.
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%.
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.
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.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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