Compare 14221 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Buffalo – 121 Mbps
NY – 137 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Buffalo – 49 Mbps
NY – 66 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Buffalo.
Internet providers in 14221
Find internet providers serving the 14221 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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14221 internet providers
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 83% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Transwave  | - | - | Wireless | 1.750% |
| Prairie Hills Wireless | $39.95 | 25 - 200 Mbps | Wireless | 1.020% |
*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.
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Broadband availability
36375
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.71%
3 providers - 0.13%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 14221 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 14221 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 82% of those living in the 14221 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 14221 area, and 99.71% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 14221, prices start at $39.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Buffalo
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 109 Mbps | 67 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 158 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Buffalo.
Top high-speed internet providers in 14221
The largest internet providers serving the 14221 ZIP code are Verizon and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 14221 ZIP code, covering 85% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 83% of the area. Buffalo’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 14221 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 14221 ZIP code, covering 85% 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 Buffalo, $58.74.
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 Buffalo, $0.31.
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 14221 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buffalo's providers, 227 Mbps.
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 nearly all households in the 14221 ZIP code, covering 83% 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 14221 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 Buffalo, $58.74.
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 Buffalo, $0.31.
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 14221 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buffalo's providers, 227 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 14221 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 14221 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 Buffalo, $58.74.
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 Buffalo, $0.31.
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 14221 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Buffalo's providers, 227 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 14221 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 14221 and the greater Buffalo area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Buffalo at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Buffalo at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 14221 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 14221 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 14221 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 14221. The next fastest internet provider in the 14221 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 85% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 14221 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Buffalo, $58.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 14221 ZIP code, covering 83% of the city.
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.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
*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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