| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 92% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 79% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Blue Ridge Communications 
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$34.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
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Blue Ridge Communications
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$34.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Service Electric Broadband Cable | - | - | Cable | 100% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 16% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 14, 2023.
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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 92% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 80% 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 $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,200 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 170.0 Mbps | 78.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Allentown.
The largest internet providers serving the 18102 ZIP code are Verizon and Astound 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, Astound, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 18102 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $49.18.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Allentown, $0.17.
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, 540 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $49.18.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Allentown, $0.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 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 faster than the average max speeds from all Allentown's providers, 540 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Astound offers broadband to all households in the 18102 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Astound’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 Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $49.18.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Allentown, $0.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 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, 540 Mbps.
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 $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Allentown at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 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.
Astound is the fastest internet provider in the 18102 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 18102. The next fastest internet provider in the 18102 ZIP code is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 16% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 18102 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Allentown, $49.18.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
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.
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