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Internet providers in 48875
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 12 Mbps | DSL | 2.918% |
| WOW | - | - | Cable | 89% |
| Clinton County Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 22% |
| Clinton County Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 1.481% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Surf Broadband Solutions | $54.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 40% |
| Skyweb Networks, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 1.045% |
*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?48875 internet service at a glance
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 48875 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 48875 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 22% of those living in the 48875 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 48875 area, and 90.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 48875, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 48875
The largest internet providers serving the 48875 ZIP code are AT&T, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 48875 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Portland’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 48875 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 48875 ZIP code, covering 92% 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $44.59.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $1.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 48875 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 27 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 48875 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 48875 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $44.59.
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 Portland, $1.49.
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 48875 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 27 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 48875 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 48875 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $44.59.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $1.49.
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 48875 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 27 Mbps.
Internet providers in 48875 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 48875?
Clinton County Telephone Company is the fastest internet provider in the 48875 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 22% of households in 48875. The next fastest internet provider in the 48875 ZIP code is WOW, offering download speeds up to 600 Mbps to 89% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 48875?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 48875 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $44.59.
Is fiber internet available in 48875?
Clinton County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 48875 ZIP code, covering 22% of the city.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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