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48178 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL100%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsFiber-optic7.410%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable30%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable28%
WOW! $29.99 200 - 1,200 MbpsCable65%
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48178 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 48178 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 48178 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 23% of those living in the 48178 ZIP code.

There are six internet providers serving the 48178 area, and 99.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 48178, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 48178

The largest internet providers serving the 48178 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Spectrum bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 48178 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 30% of the area. South Lyon’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 28% of residents in the 48178 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 48178 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in South Lyon, $49.99.

AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in South Lyon, $0.49.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 48178 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all South Lyon's providers, 363 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

30%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 48178 ZIP code, covering 30% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48178 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in South Lyon, $49.99.

Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in South Lyon, $0.49.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 48178 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 30% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all South Lyon's providers, 363 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

28%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 48178 ZIP code, covering 28% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48178 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in South Lyon, $49.99.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 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 South Lyon, $0.49.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 48178 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 28% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all South Lyon's providers, 363 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 48178 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 48178 and the greater South Lyon area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in South Lyon at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in South Lyon at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 48178 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 48178 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 48178 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 48178. The next fastest internet provider in the 48178 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 7.410% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 48178 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in South Lyon, $49.99.

AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 48178 ZIP code, covering 7.410% of the city.

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.

Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.

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%.