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Internet providers in 18102
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18102 internet providers
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Verizon  | $39.99 | - | Fiber-optic | 92% |
| Verizon | $39.99 | - | DSL | 79% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| RCN | $19.99 | 25 - 330 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Service Electric Broadband Cable | $28.20 | 10 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Cable | 100% |
| RCN | $19.99 | 25 - 330 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 16% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?18102 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
7765
people have access to broadband internet of any type
2 provider - 100.00%
3 providers - 100.00%
4 providers - 99.96%
5+ providers - 1.12%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 18102 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Pennsylvania - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 18102 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 79% of those living in the 18102 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 18102 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 18102, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 18102
The largest internet providers serving the 18102 ZIP code are Verizon and RCN bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 18102 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 79% of the area. Allentown’s third most-available internet provider, RCN, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 18102 ZIP code.
Verizon fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 18102 ZIP code, covering 92% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 18102 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $39.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in 18102 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Allentown's providers, 212 Mbps.
Verizon 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 Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 18102 ZIP code, covering 79% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon 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 Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $39.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 18102 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Allentown's providers, 212 Mbps.
RCN 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 RCN offers broadband to all households in the 18102 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
RCN’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 18102 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for RCN start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $39.63.
RCN customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Allentown, $1.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, RCN offers download speeds up to 330 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 18102 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Allentown's providers, 212 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 18102 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 18102 and the greater Allentown area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Allentown at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Allentown at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 18102 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 18102 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 18102?
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 18102 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 18102. The next fastest internet provider in the 18102 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 92% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 18102?
RCN offers the cheapest internet in the 18102 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $39.63.
Is fiber internet available in 18102?
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 18102 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. Verizon also offers fiber internet in 18102 and is available to 92% of households.
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.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
