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Internet providers in Platte City, MO
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Platte City, MO internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 50 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.465% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Pixius Communications | $55.00 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wisper ISP | $44.99 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 27% |
| Haug Communications | $35.00 | 0.768 - 4 Mbps | Wireless | 1.671% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Platte City internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4678
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.91%
3 providers - 87.80%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Platte City 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 Platte City area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Platte City residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.470% of those living in Platte City.
There are eight internet providers serving the Platte City area, and 99.91% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Platte City's eight internet providers, prices start at $34.95 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Platte City
The largest internet providers in Platte City are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont bringing cable and DSL options to Platte City.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Platte City residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 97% of the area. Platte City’s third most-available internet provider, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offers DSL to around 91% of Platte City residents.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Platte City covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Platte City 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 Platte City, $46.24.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Platte City, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Platte City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Platte City's providers, 61 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Platte City covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Platte City 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $46.24.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Platte City, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 10 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Platte City. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Platte City's providers, 61 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in Platte City covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Platte City 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $34.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $46.24.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.46 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Platte City, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Platte City. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Platte City's providers, 61 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Platte City, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Platte City, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Platte City and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Platte City at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Platte City at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Platte City residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Platte City may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Platte City cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Platte City?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Platte City with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Platte City. The next fastest internet provider in Platte City is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 50 Mbps to 91% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Platte City?
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in Platte City with plans starting at $34.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $46.24.
Is fiber internet available in Platte City?
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Platte City, covering 5.465% of the city.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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