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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?Shelby internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Shelby 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 Shelby area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Shelby residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Shelby, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Shelby area, and 97.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Shelby's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Shelby
The largest internet providers in Shelby are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Shelby.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Shelby residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Shelby’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Shelby residents.
Frontier DSL internet
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DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Shelby covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Shelby 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 Shelby, $45.74.
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 Shelby, $1.76.
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 Shelby. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Shelby's providers, 94 Mbps.
Spectrum cable 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.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Shelby covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Shelby residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Shelby, $45.74.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelby, $1.76.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Shelby. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shelby's providers, 94 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Shelby covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Shelby 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 Shelby, $45.74.
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 Shelby, $1.76.
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 Shelby. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Shelby's providers, 94 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Shelby?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Shelby with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Shelby. The next fastest internet provider in Shelby is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Shelby?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Shelby with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Shelby, $45.74.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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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How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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