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Internet providers in Platte City, MO

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Platte City, MO internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL97%
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont $39.95 -DSL91%
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont $39.95 -Fiber-optic5.465%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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Platte City internet service at a glance

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 cable, which covers 100% of Platte City residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 54% 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 $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 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

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

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

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 $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $56.24.

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 Platte City, $1.02.

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 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, 55 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

97%

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 $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $56.24.

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 Platte City, $1.02.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Platte City. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Platte City's providers, 55 Mbps.

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Telephone Operating Company of Vermont DSL internet

Provider

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont

Starting price*
$39.95/mo.
Max download speed

10,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

91%

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 $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $56.24.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Platte City. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Platte City's providers, 55 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

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 higher than average in Platte City at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Platte City at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 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 $64.99 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

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Platte City with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in Platte City. The next fastest internet provider in Platte City is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps to 5.465% of the area.

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in Platte City with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Platte City, $56.24.

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Platte City, covering 5.465% of the city.

Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.

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.

Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.