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Internet providers in Poteau, OK
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Poteau, OK internet providers
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| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.886% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 15 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Dobson Technologies, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 58% |
*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?Poteau internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in Poteau is slightly higher than the rest of Oklahoma - 87%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Poteau area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Poteau residents. 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 6.080% of those living in Poteau.
There are five internet providers serving the Poteau area, and 96.20% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Poteau's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Poteau
The largest internet providers in Poteau are Windstream, Suddenlink Communications, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Poteau.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all Poteau residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink Communications, which covers 98% of the area. Poteau’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Poteau residents.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in Poteau covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Poteau 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 Poteau, $40.00.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Poteau, $1.48.
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 Poteau. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Poteau's providers, 63 Mbps.
Suddenlink Communications 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 Suddenlink Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in Poteau covering 98% of the area.
Suddenlink Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Poteau residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink Communications start at $30/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Poteau, $40.00.
Suddenlink Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Poteau, $1.48.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Suddenlink Communications offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in Poteau. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Poteau's providers, 63 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Poteau covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Poteau 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 Poteau, $40.00.
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 Poteau, $1.48.
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 Poteau. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Poteau's providers, 63 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Poteau?
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Poteau with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Poteau. The next fastest internet provider in Poteau is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 5.886% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Poteau?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Poteau with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Poteau, $40.00.
Is fiber internet available in Poteau?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Poteau, covering 5.886% of the city.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
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