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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. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Lackawanna internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
18158
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.41%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Lackawanna residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 95% of those living in Lackawanna.
There are four internet providers serving the Lackawanna area, and 99.41% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lackawanna's four internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lackawanna
The largest internet providers in Lackawanna are Verizon and Spectrum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Lackawanna.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lackawanna residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 95% of the area. Lackawanna’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Lackawanna residents.
Verizon fiber-optic 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Lackawanna covering 99% 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 Lackawanna than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lackawanna, $48.74.
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 Lackawanna. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lackawanna's providers, 43 Mbps.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Lackawanna covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lackawanna 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Lackawanna, $48.74.
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 Lackawanna. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lackawanna's providers, 43 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Lackawanna covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna, $48.74.
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 Lackawanna, $0.62.
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 Lackawanna. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Lackawanna's providers, 43 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Lackawanna, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lackawanna, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lackawanna and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lackawanna at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Lackawanna at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lackawanna residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lackawanna?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Lackawanna with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Lackawanna. The next fastest internet provider in Lackawanna is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lackawanna?
Verizon offers the cheapest internet in Lackawanna with plans starting at $39.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lackawanna, $48.74.
Is fiber internet available in Lackawanna?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lackawanna, covering 99% of the city.
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