Compare 12205 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Albany – 132 Mbps
NY – 137 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Albany – 37 Mbps
NY – 66 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Albany.
Internet providers in 12205
Internet providers in your area
12205 internet providers
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 74% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 1.430% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | Cable | 0.480% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hudson Valley Wireless | $69.90 | 200 - 200 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 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.
Need help?12205 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 12205 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of New York - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 12205 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 83% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 56% of those living in the 12205 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 12205 area, and 99.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 12205, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Albany
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Viasat | 10 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Spectrum | 136 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 123 Mbps | 71 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Albany.
Top high-speed internet providers in 12205
The largest internet providers serving the 12205 ZIP code are Verizon and Spectrum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 12205 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 74% of the area. Albany’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 12205 ZIP code.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 12205 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 12205 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $57.47.
Verizon 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 Albany, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in 12205 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 226 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 12205 ZIP code, covering 74% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon 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 Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $57.47.
Verizon 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 Albany, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 12205 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 226 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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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 all households in the 12205 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 12205 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $57.47.
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 Albany, $0.25.
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 12205 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 226 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 12205 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 12205 and the greater Albany area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Albany at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Albany at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 12205 ZIP, 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 Albany 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 Albany cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.
Internet providers in 12205 frequently asked questions
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in the 12205 ZIP code with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.430% of households in 12205. The next fastest internet provider in the 12205 ZIP code is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps to 0.480% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in the 12205 ZIP with service starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $57.47.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 12205 ZIP code, covering 99% of the city.
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.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
*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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