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Internet providers in 68601
Find internet providers serving the 68601 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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68601 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 84% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.524% |
| Eagle Communications, Inc. | - | - | Cable | 16% |
| Community Internet Systems, Inc. (NE) | - | - | DSL | 7.943% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
| Precision Technology, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 77% |
| Community Internet Systems, Inc. (NE) | - | - | Wireless | 6.155% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?68601 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 68601 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Nebraska - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 68601 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.520% of those living in the 68601 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 68601 area, and 92.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 68601, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 68601
The largest internet providers serving the 68601 ZIP code are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 68601 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 84% of the area. Columbus’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 68601 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 68601 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Columbus, $49.65.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Columbus, $2.48.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 68601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Columbus's providers, 45 Mbps.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 68601 ZIP code, covering 84% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 68601 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 Columbus, $49.65.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Columbus, $2.48.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 68601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Columbus's providers, 45 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 68601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 68601 ZIP 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Columbus, $49.65.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Columbus, $2.48.
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 68601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Columbus's providers, 45 Mbps.
Internet providers in 68601 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 68601?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 68601 ZIP code with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 84% of households in 68601. The next fastest internet provider in the 68601 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 1.524% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 68601?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 68601 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Columbus, $49.65.
Is fiber internet available in 68601?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 68601 ZIP code, covering 1.524% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Why is my internet slow today?
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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