Compare 12075 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Ghent – 71 Mbps
NY – 137 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Ghent – 12 Mbps
NY – 66 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ghent.
Internet providers in 12075
Internet providers in your area
12075 internet providers
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 55% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 57% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 93% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | Cable | 14% |
| Mid-Hudson CableVision | $66.90 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 0.790% |
| 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 | 98% |
*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?12075 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 12075 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 12075 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 92% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 61% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 54% of those living in the 12075 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 12075 area, and 82.41% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 12075, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Ghent
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 17 Mbps | 4 Mbps | DSL |
| Viasat | 7 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Spectrum | 160 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ghent.
Top high-speed internet providers in 12075
The largest internet providers serving the 12075 ZIP code are Verizon, Spectrum, and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to most in the 12075 ZIP code, covering 55% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 57% of the area. Ghent’s third most-available internet provider, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offers DSL to around 93% of residents in the 12075 ZIP code.
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 about half of households in the 12075 ZIP code, covering 55% 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 Ghent, $56.97.
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 Ghent, $0.28.
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 12075 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 55% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ghent's providers, 103 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 about half of households in the 12075 ZIP code, covering 57% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 12075 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 Ghent, $56.97.
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 Ghent, $0.28.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 12075 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 57% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ghent's providers, 103 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 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.
**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
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in the 12075 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ghent, $56.97.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 12075 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ghent's providers, 103 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 12075 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 12075 and the greater Ghent area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Ghent at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ghent at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 12075 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 Ghent 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 Ghent DSL and cable internet providers.
Internet providers in 12075 frequently asked questions
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in the 12075 ZIP code with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in 12075. The next fastest internet provider in the 12075 ZIP code is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps to 14% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in the 12075 ZIP with service starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ghent, $56.97.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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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