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| Spectrum | $49.99 |
300 - 1,000 Mbps
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Cable | 97% |
Windstream 
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$19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
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Windstream
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$75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.350% |
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Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications
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$40.00 | - | DSL | 34% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
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Future Technologies
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- | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
*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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.77%
2 providers - 95.63%
3 providers - 33.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 68524 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 68524 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. 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 18% of those living in the 68524 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 68524 area, and 95.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 68524, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Windstream | 38 Mbps | 33 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 384 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lincoln.
The largest internet providers serving the 68524 ZIP code are Spectrum, Windstream, and Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 68524 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 99% of the area. Lincoln’s third most-available internet provider, Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications, offers DSL to around 34% of residents in the 68524 ZIP code.
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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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 68524 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 68524 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
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 Lincoln, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 68524 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 360 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to all households in the 68524 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lincoln, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 68524 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 360 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 68524 ZIP code, covering 34% of the area.
DSL internet from Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications 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 Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 940 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.04 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lincoln, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Nebraska Technology and Telecommunications offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 68524 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 34% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 360 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 68524 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 68524 and the greater Lincoln area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lincoln at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lincoln at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 68524 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in the 68524 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 68524. The next fastest internet provider in the 68524 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 8.350% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 68524 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $50.98.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 68524 ZIP code, covering 8.350% of the city.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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