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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 88% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 1.445% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 2.517% |
| Buckeye Broadband | $9.99 | 25 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Benton Ridge Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Amplex Electric, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 3.627% |
| Bascom Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 3.123% |
*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 1, 2020.
Need help?44870 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 44870 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 44870 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Sandusky, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the 44870 area, and 87.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 44870, prices start at $9.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 44870
The largest internet providers serving the 44870 ZIP code are AT&T, Buckeye Broadband, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 44870 ZIP code, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Buckeye Broadband, which covers 98% of the area. Sandusky’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 44870 ZIP code.
AT&T 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 44870 ZIP code, covering 88% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Sandusky, $37.16.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sandusky, $0.98.
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 44870 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Sandusky's providers, 89 Mbps.
Buckeye Broadband 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Buckeye Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in the 44870 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Buckeye Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 44870 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Buckeye Broadband start at $9.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Sandusky, $37.16.
Buckeye Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sandusky, $0.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Buckeye Broadband offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 44870 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sandusky's providers, 89 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 44870 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 44870 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Sandusky, $37.16.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sandusky, $0.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 44870 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Sandusky's providers, 89 Mbps.
Internet providers in 44870 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 44870?
Buckeye Broadband is the fastest internet provider in the 44870 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 44870. The next fastest internet provider in the 44870 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 2.517% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 44870?
Buckeye Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 44870 ZIP with service starting at $9.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sandusky, $37.16.
Should I use my own router?
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.
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 can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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