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Internet providers in 44074
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44074 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 5.913% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 4.316% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 12% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 15 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.417% |
| Cable Co-op | $23.95 | 15 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 53% |
| Armstrong | $34.95 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 9.711% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 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 22, 2021.
Need help?44074 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
7055
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 62.62%
3 providers - 11.96%
4+ providers - 2.33%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 44074 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 44074 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 65% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.420% of those living in the 44074 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 44074 area, and 62.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 44074, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 44074
The largest internet providers serving the 44074 ZIP code are Frontier, Windstream, and Cable Co-op bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 44074 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 12% of the area. Oberlin’s third most-available internet provider, Cable Co-op, offers cable to around 53% of residents in the 44074 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 44074 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Oberlin, $38.36.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Oberlin, $0.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 44074 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Oberlin's providers, 175 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 44074 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Oberlin, $38.36.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.33 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Oberlin, $0.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 44074 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Oberlin's providers, 175 Mbps.
Cable Co-op cable internet
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Cable from Cable Co-op offers broadband to about half of households in the 44074 ZIP code, covering 53% of the area.
Cable Co-op’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 44074 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cable Co-op start at $23.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Oberlin, $38.36.
Cable Co-op customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Oberlin, $0.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cable Co-op offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 44074 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Oberlin's providers, 175 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 44074 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 44074 and the greater Oberlin area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oberlin at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oberlin at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 44074 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 44074 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 44074?
Armstrong is the fastest internet provider in the 44074 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 9.711% of households in 44074. The next fastest internet provider in the 44074 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 5.913% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 44074?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 44074 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Oberlin, $38.36.
Is fiber internet available in 44074?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 44074 ZIP code, covering 2.417% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
