*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 - 99.95%
2 providers - 98.32%
3 providers - 11.12%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 15010 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 15010 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL 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 the 15010 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 15010 area, and 98.32% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 15010, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 5.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Armstrong | 83.0 Mbps | 25.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Xfinity | 169.0 Mbps | 17.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 2.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Beaver Falls.
The largest internet providers serving the 15010 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 15010 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 84% of the area. Beaver Falls’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 15010 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 15010 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 Beaver Falls, $46.99.
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 Beaver Falls, $0.40.
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 15010 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Beaver Falls's providers, 53 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 Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 15010 ZIP code, covering 84% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 15010 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Beaver Falls, $46.99.
Xfinity 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 Beaver Falls, $0.40.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 15010 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Beaver Falls's providers, 53 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 the 15010 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 15010 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Beaver Falls, $46.99.
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 Beaver Falls, $0.40.
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 15010 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Beaver Falls's providers, 53 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 15010 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 84% of households in 15010. The next fastest internet provider in the 15010 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 1.680% of the area.
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 15010 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Beaver Falls, $46.99.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.
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.
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