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Internet providers in Milton, 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Milton internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Milton 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 Milton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Milton residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Milton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Milton area, and 98.20% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Milton's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Milton
The largest internet providers in Milton are Verizon, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Milton.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Milton residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Milton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Milton 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Milton covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Milton 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 Milton, $45.83.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Milton, $1.91.
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 Milton. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Milton's providers, 132 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Milton covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Milton 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 Milton, $45.83.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Milton, $1.91.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Milton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Milton's providers, 132 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Milton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Milton 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 Milton, $45.83.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Milton, $1.91.
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 Milton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Milton's providers, 132 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Milton?
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Milton with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 6.684% of households in Milton. The next fastest internet provider in Milton is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Milton?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Milton with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Milton, $45.83.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
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.
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