Compare Powell internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Powell – 160 Mbps
OH – 113 Mbps
U.S. – 125 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Powell – 16 Mbps
OH – 29 Mbps
U.S. – 45 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Powell.
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Shop the best Powell internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
Shop local providers*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 96.77%
3 providers - 8.47%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Powell 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 Powell area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Powell residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.030% of those living in Powell.
There are five internet providers serving the Powell area, and 96.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Powell's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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AT&T | 29 Mbps | 5 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
HughesNet | 0 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
Spectrum | 208 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Powell.
The largest internet providers in Powell are AT&T, Frontier, and Spectrum bringing DSL and cable options to Powell.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Powell residents, covering 69% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Frontier, which covers 34% of the area. Powell’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Powell residents.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Powell covering 69% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Powell 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Powell, $45.59.
AT&T 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 Powell, $0.86.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Powell. These download speeds are available to 69% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Powell's providers, 247 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 Jun 27, 2022.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to some, but not many households in Powell covering 34% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Powell 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 Powell, $45.59.
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 Powell, $0.86.
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 Powell. These download speeds are available to 34% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Powell's providers, 247 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 Jun 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Powell covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Powell residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Powell, $45.59.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Powell, $0.86.
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 Powell. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Powell's providers, 247 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Powell, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Powell, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Powell and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are about average in Powell at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Powell at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Powell residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Powell with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.031% of households in Powell. The next fastest internet provider in Powell is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Powell with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Powell, $45.59.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Powell, covering 2.031% of the city.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.