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Internet providers in Lima, OH
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Lima, OH internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
| Hanson Communications, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 21% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 14% |
| New Knoxville Telephone Company/GoldStar Communications, LLC | - | - | Wireless | 9.226% |
*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?Lima internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lima 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 Lima area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Lima residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in Lima.
There are eight internet providers serving the Lima area, and 99.08% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lima's eight internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lima
The largest internet providers in Lima are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Lima.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Lima residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 89% of the area. Lima’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lima residents.
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 Lima covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lima residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lima, $50.00.
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 Lima, $1.85.
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 Lima. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Lima's providers, 59 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Lima covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Lima 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 $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lima, $50.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lima, $1.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Lima. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Lima's providers, 59 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 Lima covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lima 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Lima, $50.00.
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 Lima, $1.85.
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 Lima. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lima's providers, 59 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lima?
New Knoxville Telephone Company/GoldStar Communications, LLC is the fastest internet provider in Lima with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 9.226% of households in Lima. The next fastest internet provider in Lima is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lima?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Lima with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lima, $50.00.
Is fiber internet available in Lima?
Hanson Communications, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lima, covering 21% of the city.
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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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