Compare 48317 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Utica – 117 Mbps
MI – 116 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Utica – 20 Mbps
MI – 29 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Utica.
Internet providers in 48317
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
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Broadband availability
15130
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.97%
3 providers - 81.99%
4+ providers - 1.02%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 48317 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 48317 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL 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 25% of those living in the 48317 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 48317 area, and 99.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 48317, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Utica
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 126 Mbps | 73 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 107 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Utica.
Top high-speed internet providers in 48317
The largest internet providers serving the 48317 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and WOW! bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 48317 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Utica’s third most-available internet provider, WOW!, offers cable to around 82% of residents in the 48317 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 48317 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 Utica, $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 Utica, $0.82.
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 48317 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Utica's providers, 375 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 48317 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48317 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 Utica, $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 Utica, $0.82.
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 48317 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Utica's providers, 375 Mbps.
WOW! cable internet
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Cable from WOW! offers broadband to nearly all households in the 48317 ZIP code, covering 82% of the area.
WOW!’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 48317 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 Utica, $49.99.
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 Utica, $0.82.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, WOW! offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 48317 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Utica's providers, 375 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 48317 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 48317 and the greater Utica area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Utica at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Utica at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 48317 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 48317 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 48317 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 48317. The next fastest internet provider in the 48317 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 0.920% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 48317 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Utica, $49.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 48317 ZIP code, covering 0.920% of the city.
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.
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.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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