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| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 25% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 80% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.607% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 2.387% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.47%
2 providers - 91.11%
3 providers - 1.95%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Whitney is slightly higher than the rest of Nevada - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Whitney area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Whitney residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.010% of those living in Whitney.
There are five internet providers serving the Whitney area, and 91.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Whitney's five internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Whitney are Cox and CenturyLink bringing cable, fiber-optic, and DSL options to Whitney.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all Whitney residents, covering 97% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Cox, which covers 25% of the area. Whitney’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 80% of Whitney residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Whitney covering 97% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Whitney residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Whitney, $52.98.
Cox 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 Whitney, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Whitney. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Whitney's providers, 495 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Cox offers broadband to some, but not many households in Whitney covering 25% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Cox is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Whitney than other internet types.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Whitney, $52.98.
Cox 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 Whitney, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Whitney. These download speeds are available to 25% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Whitney's providers, 495 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Whitney covering 80% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Whitney 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Whitney, $52.98.
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 Whitney, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Whitney. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Whitney's providers, 495 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Whitney, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Whitney, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Whitney and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Whitney at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Whitney at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Whitney 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 Whitney 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 Whitney cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Whitney with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Whitney. The next fastest internet provider in Whitney is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 25% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Whitney with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Whitney, $52.98.
Cox is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Whitney, covering 25% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in Whitney and is available to 7.607% of households.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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