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Internet providers in Fernley, NV
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Fernley internet service at a glance
At 98%, broadband coverage in Fernley 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 Fernley area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Fernley residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 70% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.820% of those living in Fernley.
There are four internet providers serving the Fernley area, and 68.59% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fernley's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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The largest internet providers in Fernley are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Fernley.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Fernley residents, covering 67% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 96% of the area. Fernley’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Fernley residents.
AT&T 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 Mar 10, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Fernley covering 67% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Fernley 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fernley, $52.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fernley, $0.76.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Fernley. These download speeds are available to 67% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Fernley's providers, 345 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 Mar 10, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Fernley covering 96% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fernley 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 Fernley, $52.49.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.83 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fernley, $0.76.
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 Fernley. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Fernley's providers, 345 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Mar 10, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Fernley covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Fernley 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Fernley, $52.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 2 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $30.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fernley, $0.76.
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 Fernley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Fernley's providers, 345 Mbps.
Fernley, NV internet providers
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| AT&T | $49.99/mo. | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.817% |
| AT&T | $49.99/mo. | 100 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 67% |
| Spectrum | $49.99/mo. | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
| HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | 2 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| ViaSat, Inc. | $50/mo. | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Mar 10, 2020.
Need help?Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Fernley?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Fernley with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 7.817% of households in Fernley. The next fastest internet provider in Fernley is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Fernley?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Fernley with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fernley, $52.49.
Is fiber internet available in Fernley?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Fernley, covering 7.817% 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.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
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