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Internet providers in 45806
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 77% |
| Hanson Communications, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 33% |
| Hanson Communications, Inc. | - | - | Cable | 21% |
| Hanson Communications, Inc. | - | - | DSL | 16% |
| Buckland Telephone Co. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.398% |
| Buckland Telephone Co. | - | - | DSL | 1.398% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 12% |
| New Knoxville Telephone Company/GoldStar Communications, LLC | - | - | Wireless | 2.097% |
| Speedwavz LLP | - | - | Wireless | 1.398% |
*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?45806 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 45806 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 45806 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 34% of those living in the 45806 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 45806 area, and 95.38% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 45806, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 45806
The largest internet providers serving the 45806 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 45806 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 77% of the area. Lima’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 45806 ZIP code.
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 nearly all households in the 45806 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 45806 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 45806 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Lima's providers, 54 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 most households in the 45806 ZIP code, covering 77% 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 $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 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 45806 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lima's providers, 54 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 45806 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 45806 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 $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 45806 ZIP code. 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, 54 Mbps.
Internet providers in 45806 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 45806?
New Knoxville Telephone Company/GoldStar Communications, LLC is the fastest internet provider in the 45806 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.097% of households in 45806. The next fastest internet provider in the 45806 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 95% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 45806?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 45806 ZIP with service 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 45806?
Hanson Communications, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 45806 ZIP code, covering 33% of the city. Buckland Telephone Co. also offers fiber internet in 45806 and is available to 1.398% of households.
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
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.
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