| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Atlantic Broadband | - | - | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Getwireless.net  | $24.95 | - | Wireless | 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
1 provider - 99.88%
2 providers - 98.86%
3 providers - 0.33%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Altoona 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 Altoona area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Altoona residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in Altoona.
There are five internet providers serving the Altoona area, and 98.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Altoona's five internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Altoona are Verizon, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Altoona.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Altoona residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Altoona’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Altoona residents.
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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 all households in Altoona covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Altoona 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 Altoona, $52.48.
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 Altoona, $0.47.
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 Altoona. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Altoona's providers, 17 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Altoona covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Altoona 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Altoona, $52.48.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Altoona, $0.47.
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 Altoona. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Altoona's providers, 17 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.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Altoona covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Altoona 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Altoona, $52.48.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Altoona, $0.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Altoona. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Altoona's providers, 17 Mbps.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Altoona with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Altoona. The next fastest internet provider in Altoona is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Getwireless.net offers the cheapest internet in Altoona with plans starting at $24.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Altoona, $52.48.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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