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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
Chariton Valley Communications Corporation  | $47.00 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Mark Twain Communications Company | $44.95 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 2.288% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Chariton Valley Communications Corporation | $47.00 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Mark Twain Communications Company | $44.95 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 0.517% |
*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.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in Macon is slightly higher than the rest of Missouri - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Macon area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Macon residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No cable providers are currently available in Macon, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Macon area, and 99.78% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Macon's five internet providers, prices start at $44.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Macon are CenturyLink, Chariton Valley Communications Corporation, and HughesNet bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and satellite options to Macon.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Macon residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Chariton Valley Communications Corporation, which covers 100% of the area. Macon’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Macon residents.
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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 all households in Macon covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Macon 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $55.39.
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 Macon, $1.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Macon. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 80 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.
Fiber-optic from Chariton Valley Communications Corporation offers broadband to all households in Macon covering 100% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Chariton Valley Communications Corporation is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Macon than other internet types.
Internet prices for Chariton Valley Communications Corporation start at $47/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $55.39.
Chariton Valley Communications Corporation customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.47 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Macon, $1.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Chariton Valley Communications Corporation offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in Macon. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 80 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Macon covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Macon 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $55.39.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Macon, $1.05.
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 Macon. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Macon's providers, 80 Mbps.
Chariton Valley Communications Corporation is the fastest internet provider in Macon with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Macon. The next fastest internet provider in Macon is Chariton Valley Communications Corporation, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Mark Twain Communications Company offers the cheapest internet in Macon with plans starting at $44.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Macon, $55.39.
Chariton Valley Communications Corporation is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Macon, covering 100% of the city.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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