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Internet providers in Mason, OH

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Mason, OH internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL1.030%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL82%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic0.062%
Altafiber $39.99 250 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic82%
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Mason internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Mason 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 Mason area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Mason residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 52% of those living in Mason.

There are six internet providers serving the Mason area, and 99.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Mason's six internet providers, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Mason

The largest internet providers in Mason are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and Altafiber bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Mason.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Mason residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 82% of the area. Mason’s third most-available internet provider, Altafiber, offers fiber-optic to around 82% of Mason residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Mason covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Mason 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 Mason, $54.99.

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 Mason, $0.38.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Mason. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mason's providers, 412 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

82%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Mason covering 82% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Mason 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Mason, $54.99.

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 Mason, $0.38.

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 Mason. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mason's providers, 412 Mbps.

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Altafiber fiber-optic internet

Provider
Altafiber
Starting price*
$39.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

250 Mbps

Average availability

82%

Fiber-optic from Altafiber offers broadband to nearly all households in Mason covering 82% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from Altafiber is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Mason than other internet types.

Internet prices for Altafiber start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Mason, $54.99.

Altafiber customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 250 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.16 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mason, $0.38.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Altafiber offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 250 Mbps in Mason. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mason's providers, 412 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Mason, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Mason, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Mason and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Mason at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mason at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Mason residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Mason with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.030% of households in Mason. The next fastest internet provider in Mason is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 100% of the area.

Altafiber offers the cheapest internet in Mason with plans starting at $39.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mason, $54.99.

Altafiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Mason, covering 82% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in Mason and is available to 0.062% of households.

Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.

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.

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.