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Internet providers in Athens, NY

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Athens, NY internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL90%
Mid-Hudson CableVision $66.90 200 - 300 MbpsCable100%
State Telephone Company $36.95 3.2 - 15 MbpsDSL12%
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont $39.95 -DSL7.119%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

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Athens internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    10000 Mbps

    Provider: Telephone Operating Company of Vermont

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    1668

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100%

    2 providers - 92.09%

    3 providers - 16.95%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 88%

    Fiber - 87%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Athens 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 Athens area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Athens residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 87% of those living in Athens.

There are six internet providers serving the Athens area, and 92.09% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Athens's six internet providers, prices start at $36.95 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Athens

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Verizon 30 Mbps 6 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Athens.

Compare Athens internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Athens – 112 Mbps

    NY – 137 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Athens – 37 Mbps

    NY – 66 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Athens.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Athens

The largest internet providers in Athens are Verizon, Mid-Hudson CableVision, and State Telephone Company bringing DSL and cable options to Athens.

DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Athens residents, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mid-Hudson CableVision, which covers 100% of the area. Athens’s third most-available internet provider, State Telephone Company , offers DSL to around 12% of Athens residents.

Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

90%

*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 nearly all households in Athens covering 90% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Athens 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 Athens, $58.36.

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 Athens, $0.39.

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 Athens. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Athens's providers, 39 Mbps.

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Mid-Hudson CableVision cable internet

Provider

Mid-Hudson CableVision

Starting price*
$66.9/mo.
Max download speed

300 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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.

Cable from Mid-Hudson CableVision offers broadband to all households in Athens covering 100% of the area.

Mid-Hudson CableVision’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Athens residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Mid-Hudson CableVision start at $66.9/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Athens, $58.36.

Mid-Hudson CableVision customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.33 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Athens, $0.39.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mid-Hudson CableVision offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Athens. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Athens's providers, 39 Mbps.

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State Telephone Company DSL internet

Provider

State Telephone Company

Starting price*
$36.95/mo.
Max download speed

15 Mbps

Max upload speed

1.2 Mbps

Average availability

12%

*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 State Telephone Company offers broadband to a limited number of households in Athens covering 12% of the area.

DSL internet from State Telephone Company uses telephone lines in Athens 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 State Telephone Company start at $36.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Athens, $58.36.

State Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 3.2 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $11.55 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Athens, $0.39.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, State Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.2 Mbps in Athens. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Athens's providers, 39 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Athens, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Athens, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Athens and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Athens at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Athens at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens cable and DSL internet providers.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Athens with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 7.119% of households in Athens. The next fastest internet provider in Athens is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 90% of the area.

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in Athens with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Athens, $58.36.

Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.

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.

Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.

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