Compare 45817 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Bluffton – 72 Mbps
OH – 111 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bluffton – 25 Mbps
OH – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Bluffton.
Internet providers in 45817
Internet providers in your area
45817 internet providers
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 1.170% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 91% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 *** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | Cable | 3.590% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | DSL | 3.590% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.720% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone | - | - | Wireless | 99% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | $69.95 | - | Wireless | 5.920% |
| NKTelco | $55.95 | 6 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 1.620% |
*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.
***Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?45817 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 45817 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Ohio - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 45817 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 93% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Bluffton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the 45817 area, and 91.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 45817, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Bluffton
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 10 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 111 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Bluffton.
Top high-speed internet providers in 45817
The largest internet providers serving the 45817 ZIP code are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 45817 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 81% of the area. Bluffton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 45817 ZIP code.
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 nearly all households in the 45817 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 45817 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 Bluffton, $55.12.
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 Bluffton, $0.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 45817 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bluffton's providers, 103 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 45817 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bluffton, $55.12.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bluffton, $0.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 45817 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bluffton's providers, 103 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 45817 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 45817 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bluffton, $55.12.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bluffton, $0.78.
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 45817 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Bluffton's providers, 103 Mbps.
Internet providers in 45817 frequently asked questions
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in the 45817 ZIP code with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.590% of households in 45817. The next fastest internet provider in the 45817 ZIP code is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps to 3.590% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in the 45817 ZIP with service starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bluffton, $55.12.
Benton Ridge Telephone is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 45817 ZIP code, covering 0.720% of the city.
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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.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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