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Internet providers in 97496
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 1 Mbps | DSL | 1.297% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 82% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Douglas Electric Cooperative Inc. | - | - | Wired | 82% |
| Douglas Electric Cooperative Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 57% |
| Douglas Electric Cooperative Inc. | - | - | DSL | 22% |
| Origin Networks, LLC | - | - | DSL | 5.572% |
| Origin Networks, LLC | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.489% |
| Origin Networks, LLC | - | - | Cable | 1.345% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Douglas Electric Cooperative Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 98% |
*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?97496 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 97496 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Oregon - 96%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 97496 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 84% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in the 97496 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 97496 area, and 94.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 97496, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 97496
The largest internet providers serving the 97496 ZIP code are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 97496 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 81% of the area. Winston’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 97496 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97496 ZIP code, covering 82% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 97496 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 Winston, $45.59.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Winston, $1.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 97496 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Winston's providers, 48 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97496 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Winston, $45.59.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Winston, $1.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 97496 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Winston's providers, 48 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 97496 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 97496 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 Winston, $45.59.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Winston, $1.98.
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 97496 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Winston's providers, 48 Mbps.
Internet providers in 97496 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 97496?
Douglas Electric Cooperative Inc. is the fastest internet provider in the 97496 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 57% of households in 97496. The next fastest internet provider in the 97496 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 82% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 97496?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 97496 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Winston, $45.59.
Is fiber internet available in 97496?
Douglas Electric Cooperative Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 97496 ZIP code, covering 57% of the city. Origin Networks, LLC also offers fiber internet in 97496 and is available to 1.489% of households.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
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