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Find internet providers serving the 45042 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 1.113% |
Cincinnati Bell | $44.99 | 500 - 30 Mbps | DSL | 28% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 20 Mbps | DSL | 7.559% |
Cincinnati Bell | $44.99 | 500 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.100% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Heavenwire.net | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 28% |
*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 22, 2021.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.62%
2 providers - 92.83%
3 providers - 32.20%
4+ providers - 2.60%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 45042 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 45042 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL 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 1.100% of those living in the 45042 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 45042 area, and 92.83% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 45042, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 45042 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and Cincinnati Bell bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 45042 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 97% of the area. Middletown’s third most-available internet provider, Cincinnati Bell, offers DSL to around 28% of residents in the 45042 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 45042 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Middletown, $41.86.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Middletown, $0.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 45042 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Middletown's providers, 345 Mbps.
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 45042 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 45042 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Middletown, $41.86.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Middletown, $0.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 45042 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Middletown's providers, 345 Mbps.
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Cincinnati Bell offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 45042 ZIP code, covering 28% of the area.
DSL internet from Cincinnati Bell 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 Cincinnati Bell start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Middletown, $41.86.
Cincinnati Bell customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 500 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Middletown, $0.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cincinnati Bell offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 45042 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 28% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Middletown's providers, 345 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 45042 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 45042 and the greater Middletown area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Middletown at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Middletown at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 45042 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Middletown may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Middletown cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 45042 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.113% of households in 45042. The next fastest internet provider in the 45042 ZIP code is Cincinnati Bell, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.100% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 45042 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Middletown, $41.86.
Cincinnati Bell is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 45042 ZIP code, covering 1.100% of the city.
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.
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There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.