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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 80% |
Mid-Hudson CableVision  | $66.90 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| State Telephone Company | $36.95 | 3.2 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 44% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Mid-Hudson CableVision | $66.90 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Wireless | 94% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 92.65%
3 providers - 26.21%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 12015 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 12015 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 95% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 78% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 67% of those living in the 12015 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 12015 area, and 92.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 12015, prices start at $36.95 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 15.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Athens.
The largest internet providers serving the 12015 ZIP code are Verizon, Mid-Hudson CableVision, and State Telephone Company bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to most in the 12015 ZIP code, covering 80% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mid-Hudson CableVision, which covers 95% of the area. Athens’s third most-available internet provider, State Telephone Company , offers DSL to around 44% of residents in the 12015 ZIP code.
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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 Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 12015 ZIP code, covering 80% 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Athens, $62.97.
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, $0.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 12015 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Athens's providers, 39 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.
Cable from Mid-Hudson CableVision offers broadband to nearly all households in the 12015 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Mid-Hudson CableVision’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 12015 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Athens, $62.97.
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, $0.43.
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 12015 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Athens's providers, 39 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 State Telephone Company offers broadband to about half of households in the 12015 ZIP code, covering 44% of the area.
DSL internet from State Telephone Company 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 State Telephone Company start at $36.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Athens, $62.97.
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, $0.43.
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 12015 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 44% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Athens's providers, 39 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 12015 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 12015 and the greater Athens area. HughesNet starting prices are about average in Athens at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Athens at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 12015 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 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.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 12015 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 80% of households in 12015. The next fastest internet provider in the 12015 ZIP code is Mid-Hudson CableVision, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Verizon offers the cheapest internet in the 12015 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Athens, $62.97.
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.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
*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.
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