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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 97% |
Buckeye Broadband  | $19.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone | - | 0.768 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.92%
2 providers - 96.07%
3 providers - 0.67%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Huron 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 Huron area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Huron residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Huron, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Huron area, and 96.07% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Huron's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Huron are Frontier, Buckeye Broadband, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Huron.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Huron residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Buckeye Broadband, which covers 99% of the area. Huron’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Huron residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Huron covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Huron 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Huron, $49.99.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Buckeye Broadband offers broadband to all households in Huron covering 99% of the area.
Buckeye Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Huron residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Buckeye Broadband start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Huron, $49.99.
Buckeye Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huron, $2.38.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Buckeye Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Huron. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Huron's providers, 110 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Huron covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Huron 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Huron, $49.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huron, $2.38.
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 Huron. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Huron's providers, 110 Mbps.
Buckeye Broadband is the fastest internet provider in Huron with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Huron. The next fastest internet provider in Huron is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Buckeye Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Huron with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Huron, $49.99.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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