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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 69% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 19% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 19% |
| Glandorf Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 4.280% |
| Glandorf Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 4.227% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MetaLINK Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone | $29.99 | 0.768 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone | - | - | Wireless | 96% |
*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?Ottawa internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4180
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 98.82%
3 providers - 23.49%
4+ providers - 0.05%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Ottawa 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 Ottawa area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ottawa residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 4.280% of those living in Ottawa.
There are nine internet providers serving the Ottawa area, and 98.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ottawa's nine internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Ottawa
The largest internet providers in Ottawa are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont bringing cable and DSL options to Ottawa.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Ottawa residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 69% of the area. Ottawa’s third most-available internet provider, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offers cable to around 19% of Ottawa 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Ottawa covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ottawa 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 Ottawa, $44.15.
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 Ottawa, $0.87.
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 Ottawa. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Ottawa's providers, 44 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Ottawa covering 69% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Ottawa 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ottawa, $44.15.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ottawa, $0.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Ottawa. These download speeds are available to 69% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ottawa's providers, 44 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to a limited number of households in Ottawa covering 19% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ottawa residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $34.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Ottawa, $44.15.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.46 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ottawa, $0.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Ottawa. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ottawa's providers, 44 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Ottawa, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Ottawa, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Ottawa and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ottawa at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Ottawa at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Ottawa residents, 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Ottawa?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Ottawa with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Ottawa. The next fastest internet provider in Ottawa is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 50 Mbps to 19% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Ottawa?
Benton Ridge Telephone offers the cheapest internet in Ottawa with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ottawa, $44.15.
Is fiber internet available in Ottawa?
Glandorf Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ottawa, covering 4.280% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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