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Internet providers in Lancaster, NY
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Lancaster internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lancaster 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 Lancaster area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Lancaster residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.770% of those living in Lancaster.
There are four internet providers serving the Lancaster area, and 99.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lancaster's four internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 150 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lancaster
The largest internet providers in Lancaster are Verizon, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Lancaster.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lancaster residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Lancaster’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lancaster residents.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Lancaster covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lancaster 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 Lancaster, $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 Lancaster. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lancaster'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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Lancaster covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lancaster 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 Lancaster, $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 Lancaster, $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 Lancaster. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Lancaster's providers, 43 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Lancaster covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lancaster where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lancaster, $48.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lancaster, $0.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Lancaster. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lancaster's providers, 43 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lancaster?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Lancaster with download speeds up to 150 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.766% of households in Lancaster. The next fastest internet provider in Lancaster is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lancaster?
Verizon offers the cheapest internet in Lancaster with plans starting at $39.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lancaster, $48.74.
Is fiber internet available in Lancaster?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lancaster, covering 2.766% of the city.
How can I lower my cable bill?
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.
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