Compare 12586 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Walden – 143 Mbps
NY – 137 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Walden – 13 Mbps
NY – 66 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Walden.
Internet providers in 12586
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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 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?12586 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9128
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.62%
3 providers - 16.22%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 12586 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 12586 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 69% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 13% of those living in the 12586 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 12586 area, and 97.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 12586, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Walden
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 99 Mbps | 8 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 154 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
| Frontier | 9 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Walden.
Top high-speed internet providers in 12586
The largest internet providers serving the 12586 ZIP code are Frontier and Verizon bringing DSL and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 12586 ZIP code, covering 87% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 20% of the area. Walden’s third most-available internet provider, Verizon, offers fiber-optic to around 16% of residents in the 12586 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 12586 ZIP code, covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Walden, $57.99.
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 some, but not many households in the 12586 ZIP code, covering 20% 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 Walden, $57.99.
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 Walden, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 12586 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 20% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Walden's providers, 123 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 a limited number of households in the 12586 ZIP code, covering 16% 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 12586 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 Walden, $57.99.
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 Walden, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 150 Mbps in 12586 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 16% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Walden's providers, 123 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 12586 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 12586 and the greater Walden area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Walden at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Walden at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 12586 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 12586 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 12586 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 12586. The next fastest internet provider in the 12586 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 20% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 12586 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Walden, $57.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 12586 ZIP code, covering 16% of the city.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
*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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