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Internet providers in Carson City, NV
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Carson City internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in Carson City is comparable to the rest of Nevada - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Carson City area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Carson City residents. DSL 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 1.500% of those living in Carson City.
There are five internet providers serving the Carson City area, and 95.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Carson City's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Carson City
The largest internet providers in Carson City are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Carson City.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Carson City residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 98% of the area. Carson City’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Carson City residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Carson City covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Carson 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Carson City, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carson City, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Carson City. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Carson City's providers, 351 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Carson City covering 98% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Carson 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 Carson City, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carson City, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Carson City. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Carson City's providers, 351 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Carson City covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Carson City 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 Carson City, $46.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carson City, $0.63.
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 Carson City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Carson City's providers, 351 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Carson City?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Carson City with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.496% of households in Carson City. The next fastest internet provider in Carson City is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Carson City?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Carson City with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carson City, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Carson City?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Carson City, covering 1.496% of the city.
How much should I pay for internet?
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.
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.
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.
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