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Internet providers in 12209
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12209 internet providers
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Verizon  | $39.99 | - | Fiber-optic | 0.899% |
| Verizon | $39.99 | - | DSL | 100% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 1.226% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hudson Valley Wireless | $34.90 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?12209 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8004
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.59%
3 providers - 1.23%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 12209 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 12209 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. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Albany, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 12209 area, and 99.59% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 12209, prices start at $34.9 and available download speeds reach up to 150 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 12209
The largest internet providers serving the 12209 ZIP code are Verizon, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 12209 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Albany’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 12209 ZIP code.
Verizon 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 12209 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Albany, $44.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 12209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 40 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 12209 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 12209 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 Albany, $44.14.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albany, $0.82.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 12209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 40 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 12209 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 12209 ZIP 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 Albany, $44.14.
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 Albany, $0.82.
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 12209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Albany's providers, 40 Mbps.
Internet providers in 12209 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 12209?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 12209 ZIP code with download speeds up to 150 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.899% of households in 12209. The next fastest internet provider in the 12209 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 12209?
Hudson Valley Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 12209 ZIP with service starting at $34.9/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Albany, $44.14.
Is fiber internet available in 12209?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 12209 ZIP code, covering 0.899% 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.
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%.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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